Historical information
This is one of many photos of the damage caused by the huge 1971 flood at Orbost. In this case, it is the damage to the roads around the Orbost Railway Station at Newmerella. The Railway Station is adjacent to the Snowy River.
Significance
This photo is significant because it records some of damage to the roads surrounding the Orbost Railway Station caused by the 1971 flood.
Physical description
A b/w photograph showing a road/railway crossing which has been washed out by a flood. Vehicles on the left hand side. In the background is a group of men with machinery.
Inscriptions & markings
Written below the photo: ' 1971 flood washout at first railway crossing'.
