Burrendong 8732-N Topographic Map 1:50,000

Detailed NSW Central West Topographic Mapping | Lake Burrendong, Macquarie River, Cudgegong River, Burrendong Dam, Mookerawa Waters & Wellington Hinterland | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Great Inland Waterways and Rural Highlands of Burrendong

Discover the broad inland waterways, winding river valleys and rolling agricultural hills of Central West New South Wales with the Burrendong 8732-N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Lake Burrendong and surrounding country southeast of Wellington, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for rural landowners, bushwalkers, campers, environmental researchers, water resource managers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Burrendong district occupies a distinctive landscape within the Macquarie River catchment, where productive grazing country, wooded ridgelines and deeply carved river valleys meet one of New South Wales' largest inland water storages.

The map provides detailed coverage relevant to Lake Burrendong, Burrendong Dam, the Macquarie River, Cudgegong River and surrounding agricultural and recreational landscapes.

The defining geographical feature is Lake Burrendong, created by the construction of Burrendong Dam across the Macquarie River immediately downstream of its confluence with the Cudgegong River.

Completed in 1967, the dam was constructed to provide irrigation supplies, town and stock water, flood mitigation and regulated environmental flows within the Macquarie Valley.

The reservoir has a conservation storage capacity of approximately 1,188 gigalitres, with additional capacity available for flood mitigation.

Its extensive shoreline follows the original courses of the Macquarie and Cudgegong river valleys, creating an intricate landscape of bays, inlets, wooded peninsulas and steeply sloping hillsides.

Water levels can change considerably between wet and dry periods, exposing broad areas of the original valley floors and dramatically altering the appearance of the shoreline.

The Macquarie River, also known as the Wambuul, is one of the most important waterways in inland New South Wales. Its catchment extends from the highlands south of Bathurst through the Central West towards the Macquarie Marshes.

The Cudgegong River, rising in the Great Dividing Range near Rylstone, flows westwards through rural country before joining the Macquarie at Burrendong.

Together, these waterways form a significant part of the wider Macquarie–Bogan drainage system within the Murray–Darling Basin.

The surrounding Burrendong hills are characterised by grazing properties, scattered eucalypt woodland, rocky slopes, tributary valleys and rural access roads.

Near the dam wall, recreational areas provide views across the lake and the surrounding landscape. The structure itself is an impressive engineering landmark, extending approximately 1.1 kilometres across the valley.

Reflections Holiday Parks Lake Burrendong provides access to camping and lakeside recreation, while Mookerawa Waters and the Cudgegong River holiday park offer additional destinations around the wider reservoir.

Nearby, the Burrendong Botanic Garden and Arboretum protects an important collection of Australian native plants and provides opportunities to explore the flora of inland New South Wales.

The lake is also renowned for recreational fishing, with species including Murray cod, golden perch, silver perch and redfin.

For geographical study, the district offers a compelling illustration of how river systems, valley topography and engineered water storage interact.

The contour patterns reveal the original shape of the drowned river valleys, while the roads, surrounding hills and tributaries help explain the relationship between land use, access and water management.

At 1:50,000 scale (1cm = 500 metres), the map provides a practical balance between geographical detail and broad regional coverage, making it well suited to catchment analysis and rural fieldwork.

Whether you're investigating rural property, exploring the Burrendong district, studying the Macquarie River or undertaking professional environmental assessment, the Burrendong topographic map provides an excellent geographical reference.

Professionally printed by Mapworld and available in paper, waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek® and laminated finishes.

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Burrendong topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rolling rural hills, rocky ridgelines, reservoir valleys, slopes, spurs, saddles and gullies.

• Rivers & Waterways – Lake Burrendong, Macquarie River, Cudgegong River, local tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Regional roads, rural property access routes, reservoir approaches and recorded management trails where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural homesteads, Burrendong Dam, bridges, roads, recreation facilities and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt woodland, grazing country, rocky hillsides, reservoir shorelines and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Burrendong Dam, Lake Burrendong, named river arms, bays, hills, local roads and surrounding geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

To suit a range of field and display needs, this map is available in multiple durable and practical formats:

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional option for lightweight use, archival storage, and indoor reference

• Suitable for framing, classrooms, or desktop use

💧 Waterproof / Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from 100% polyethylene fibres, Tyvek® has the appearance of paper but is water-resistant, tear-resistant, and flexible

• Ideal for backpackers, bushwalkers, rangers, and search and rescue teams

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage

• Withstands snow, rain, mud, and UV exposure

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate

• Dry-erase compatible: Write temporary notes with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean

• Use Mark-It-Dots to highlight key coordinates, routes, or activity zones

• Excellent for field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms, and incident control centres

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for property access, slopes, waterways, farm dams and surrounding landforms.

• Agricultural Professionals & Graziers – Mapping for grazing properties, irrigation planning, rural infrastructure, drainage assessment and land management.

• Water Resource & Catchment Managers – Geographical information for reservoir catchments, tributary systems, water storage landscapes and environmental flows.

• Campers & Outdoor Enthusiasts – Land-based geographical reference for surrounding lake recreation areas, road access and nearby hills.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for Macquarie River catchment studies, riparian vegetation surveys, water quality assessment and biodiversity monitoring.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary site investigations, infrastructure assessment, drainage planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, flooding, remote property access, reservoir-related incidents and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore the relationship between river valleys, dam engineering, irrigation, flood mitigation, land use and the Murray–Darling Basin.

• Regional Historians & Researchers – Examine the geographical transformation of the Macquarie and Cudgegong valleys following the construction of Burrendong Dam.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about natural and built features across New South Wales.

The series includes elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, buildings, geographical features, place names and coordinate references.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current reservoir levels, recreation facilities, access restrictions and water safety information, consult Burrendong Dam – WaterNSW.

For official information about the surrounding river basin, consult Macquarie–Bogan Catchment – NSW Government.

For recreational fishing advice, consult Go Fishing – Burrendong Dam.

For local roads, rural planning, tourism and community services, consult Dubbo Regional Council.

Lake Burrendong is an operating water storage, and water levels, shorelines, exposed hazards and access conditions may change significantly. Strong winds can create difficult boating conditions, while submerged trees, rocks and changing water depths present hazards to water users. Algal blooms, flood events, dam operations and total fire bans may affect recreational access. Always check current WaterNSW notices, weather forecasts, boating restrictions and local conditions. Observe designated access areas and respect surrounding private property. This topographic map is not a substitute for official nautical or boating charts, cadastral surveys, current water level information or emergency advice.

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For practical advice on interpreting contours, recognising drainage patterns, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For additional geographical coverage immediately south of Burrendong, the adjoining Euchareena 8732-S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet covering Euchareena, Stuart Town and the rural country around Mookerawa.

For additional regional coverage, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify the appropriate neighbouring topographic sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Burrendong 8732-N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, water resource planning, environmental research, recreational exploration, surveying, geography education and professional fieldwork.