After the severe drought of the 1890s in Victoria, there were multiple attempts to create irrigation schemes for the state. Whilst construction of the first system would not begin until 1902, the Victorian government had made it one of their top priorities, passing legislation in 1904 to help support the constructions.
In the aftermath of a severe drought in Victoria during the late 19th century, the state's authorities launched several initiatives to develop irrigation systems. Although the first project would not begin until 1902, the Victorian government had designated it as a top priority, passing legislation in 1904 to facilitate its development.