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Loch Vaich Dam, Strath Rannoch, N of Aultguish Inn, Ross & Cromarty.
| NGR: | NH 34724 75015 |
| WGS84: | 57.73436, -4.77764 |
| Length: | 2800 m |
| Vert. Range: | 30 m |
| Altitude: | 258 m |
| Geology: | Crom Psammite Fm - psammite / Braemore Mudstone Fm |
| Tags: | Rising, Tunnel, ManMade |
| Registry: | second |
Tunnel, Hydro-electric scheme.
A significant outfall of water is located on the E shore of Loch Vaich, just N of the dam. The tunnel's intake is located further E at [NH 3753 7538, c. 287m alt], just downstream of a dam / aqueduct outfall.
Alternate Names: Loch Vaich East Tunnel
Notes: Water diversion tunnel, part of the Conon Hydro Scheme. Path of overall E-W orientated tunnel shown on SSE overview map.
Given length approx.
Hydrographic Feeds: Abhainn Srath Raineach
Hydrographic Resurgences: Loch Vaich
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This entry was last updated: 2025-10-23 14:23:27
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