Theresa
Creek Dam is located 22 km south west of Clermont in central
Queensland.
While currently this location is hardly mentioned as a fishing
destination, it has a big fishing future. Being located well
inland, Theresa Creek will be less affected by coastal south-easterly
winds which can often put barra in coastal lakes "off the
bite".
History
It was was constructed in 1983 by the Blair Athol Coal Project
to supply water for the town of Clermont.
The lake has a surface area of around 300 hectares.
Fishing
Fish present: Barramundi, Golden Perch, Eel-Tailed Catfish,
Sleepy Cod, Silver Perch and Bony Bream.
No
fishing is permitted 200 meters above & 400 meters below
the Theresa Creek Dam wall.
Theresa
Creek Dam & Hoods Lagoon are stocked by the Clermont Fish
Stocking Group.
Boating
There are no boating restrictions on Lake Theresa.
A concrete boat ramp is provided.
Camping
Bush camping is allowed at Lake Theresa, however a permit is
required. Cost is $5 / night / site. Permits are available at
Belyando
Shire Council office at Clermont between 8.45 a.m. and 5.00
p.m. weekdays. For further enquiries telephone (07) 4983 1133.
No powered sites are provided.
Coin
operated BBQs, picnic area and toilets hot showers are provided,
however the water is not for human drinking. There is no drinking
water on site, so take your own.
Hotel
/ Motel accomodation provided in Clermont or Emerald. Go to
the Accommodation
page for details.
Related
Links
Theresa
Creek Dam Rules & Boating Application - Belyando Shire
Council
Clermont
Fish Stocking Group
Lake
Maraboon / Fairbairn Dam Information Page
Bundoora
Dam Information Page

Image
source: Belyando Shire Council