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Split Yard Creek
Queensland
Wivenhoe Power Station 2023.jpg
Wivenhoe Power Station entry, 2023
Split Yard Creek is located in Queensland
Split Yard Creek
Split Yard Creek
Location in Queensland
Population 31 (2021 census)
 • Density 1.348/km2 (3.49/sq mi)
Postcode(s) 4306
Area 23.0 km2 (8.9 sq mi)
Time zone AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s) Somerset Region
State electorate(s) Nanango
Federal Division(s) Blair
Suburbs around Split Yard Creek:
Lake Wivenhoe Dundas Dundas
Lake Wivenhoe Split Yard Creek England Creek
Lake Wivenhoe Wivenhoe Pocket England Creek

Split Yard Creek is a small, quiet place in the countryside of Queensland, Australia. It's known as a "locality," which is like a small area or community. In 2021, only 31 people lived there. It is part of the Somerset Region.

What is Split Yard Creek Like?

Split Yard Creek is a rural area. This means it is mostly countryside, with farms and natural spaces. It is not a busy city. The area is known for its natural features and important buildings.

Geography and Landmarks

The most important natural feature here is the Splityard Creek Dam. This dam is right next to a road called Wivenhoe-Somerset Road. There is a public parking area where you can stop. From there, you can visit the Splityard Creek Lookout. This spot offers great views of the area.

Split Yard Creek is also home to the Wivenhoe Power Station. This power station is located between two big dams. These are the Splityard Creek Dam and the Wivenhoe Dam. Power stations like this help to create electricity for homes and businesses.

How Many People Live Here?

Split Yard Creek is a very small community. In 2016, 37 people lived in Split Yard Creek. By 2021, the population had changed slightly. The number of people living there was 31. This shows it remains a very small and quiet place.

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