Lock 11 and Mildura Weir

Lock 11 and Mildura Weir is a unique site on the Murray River where a lock and weir are separated by an island. The lock is a concrete chamber with four steel lock gates, and the weir comprises 24 steel trestles that can be winched from the river to allow maintenance or to allow the safe passage of flood waters. The island between the lock and the weir provides a habitat for native animals and is a popular tourism site. Visitors can walk across the lock and explore the island, which offers opportunities for fishing and boating. The site is also home to the Paddle Steamer Melbourne, which passes through the lock several times a day