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.
Following a severe drought in Victoria during the late 19th century, there were various attempts to create water supply systems for the state. Although the initial project would not start until 1902, the Victorian government had made it one of their main objectives, enacting laws in 1904 to support its construction.