Website:https://www.visitwollondilly.com.au/experience/outdoors-and-wildlife/cordeaux-dam/ (Visit Wollondilly)https://www.nsw.gov.au/visiting-and-exploring-nsw/locations-and-attractions/cordeaux-dam-0 (NSW Government)
Description:Cordeaux Dam is a striking example of early 20th-century engineering and design, notable for its Egyptian Revival architectural style. Constructed between 1918 and 1926, the dam features massive stone gateways inspired by ancient Egyptian architecture, reflecting the era's fascination with Egyptian motifs following the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. The dam's curved cyclopean masonry wall, built from large sandstone blocks quarried on-site, adds to its monumental appearance. This unique blend of historical significance and distinctive architectural elements makes Cordeaux Dam an evocative setting for film productions seeking a location with character and visual impact.
Jurisdictions::Wollondilly Shire Council
