It would not be possible unless the water supply could be made up elsewhere.
The proposal suggests lowering the dam's capacity to 80 per cent to allow leeway for heavy rainfall, however, it would not be possible unless the water supply could be made up elsewhere.'Brushing' scam leaves Aussies puzzling over free items
The premier is looking to double the $1.8 billion plant's operations, which would make up the shortfall of dam water once the capacity is lowered. The move would save guard communities around the Hawkesbury River, which are devastated by floods often.Just last week Sydney's west saw 300mm of rain, which caused major flooding around several suburbs, including North Richmond, Penrith and Windsor.
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