Snowy Mountains Authority

The Snowy Mountains Authority was a government organization in Australia responsible for developing the Snowy Mountains Scheme, a large hydroelectric and irrigation project initiated in the 1940s. Its main goal was to harness water from the Australian Alps to generate electricity and supply water for farming and cities, while also creating jobs and promoting economic growth. The Authority managed the construction, operation, and maintenance of the complex system of dams, tunnels, and power stations in the Snowy Mountains region. This project became a symbol of national progress and engineering accomplishment, significantly contributing to Australia’s development.