Morambro (Environmental Association 1.4.9)

A uniform plain of clay and marl, sown to pasture and used for intensive grazing of beef cattle, sheep, and some dairy cattle.

The plain affords middleground panoramic views, which in the east, are backed by the Naracoorte Range.

Climate

Mean annual rainfall

600 mm

Mean annual evaporation

1750 mm

Landform parameters

Landscape description

RELICT COASTAL PLAINS

Relief class

Negligible (less than 6 m)

Maximum relief

1 m

Mean altitude

60 m

Grain

Not applicable

Drainage network

None

Location

Longitude

140.62° E

Latitude

36.83° S

Area

150 Km²

Groundwater resources and quality

Fractured rocks

None

Sedimentary rocks

Limited suitability (1,000 to 3,000 mg/L)

Shallow unconsolidated sediments

Limited suitability (1,000 to 3,000 mg/L)

Elevation profile