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River in New South Wales, Australia
The
Coolumbooka River
, a
perennial river
of the
Snowy River
catchment, is located in the
Monaro
region of
New South Wales
,
Australia
.
Course and features
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The Coolumbooka River is formed by the
confluence
of the Badgerys Creek and the Horseys Swamp Creek in a swampy area, located approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) east northeast of the village of Cathcart. The river flows generally west southwest, joined by one minor
tributary
before reaching its confluence with the
Bombala River
near the town of
Bombala
. The river descends 105 metres (344 ft) over its 26 kilometres (16 mi)
course
, flowing through the northern boundary of the Coolumbooka Nature Reserve.
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The river is impounded by Coolumbooka Weir that provides
water supply
to the town of Bombala.
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See also
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References
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36°54′S
149°14′E
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36.900°S 149.233°E
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-36.900; 149.233