Description

The Lock at the Bourke Weir was the first to be built on a river anywhere along with the Murray/Darling river systems. Built in 1897, and was designed to maintain a reasonable level of water in the river near the town. the lock measures 59.5 metres between gates and is 11 metres wide. It was concreted and converted into a weir in 1941. This free point of interest offers nice scenery and wildlife viewing. It is dog friendly. No camping or overnight parking allowed.