The Snowy Mountains Scheme is a major hydroelectricity and irrigation project located in the Snowy Mountains region of southeastern Australia. Initiated in 1949, it involves a series of dams, tunnels, and power stations designed to generate electricity and provide water for agricultural use. The scheme significantly contributes to Australia's energy supply and supports the irrigation of farmlands in the Murray-Darling Basin. The project was developed by the Snowy Mountains Authority and is considered one of the largest engineering feats in Australian history. It includes the construction of several key structures, such as the Snowy River and the Eucumbene Dam, which work together to manage water flow and generate renewable energy.