A few large mammals, notably kudu, are indigenous to the area and others may be reintroduced in future. The shallow dam basin also creates an ideal habitat for waterbirds. The park has not yet been developed for visitors but will ultimately relieve much of the pressure on the popular McIlwaine Recreational Park. Facilities for boating and angling will be provided and a commercial fishery is being developed.
The lake and surrounding area were declared a Recreational Park under the Parks and Wild Life Act (1975).