Woakwine (Environmental Association 1.2.1)

location map showing Woakwine (Environmental Association 1.2.1)

A series of consolidated dune ridges parallel with the coastline and separated by the narrow swales. These are remnants of a former strandline complex with a series of dunes and beach ridges. The association is almost completely cleared of natural vegetation and us used for grazing beef cattle and coarse wool sheep. On the higher ridges between Robe and Kingston and near Kongorong in the south, there are pine plantations, come of which are privately owned. South of Lake Hawdon several small areas of low woodland are used for light grazing.

The broader reaches of the association provide middleground panoramic views in which pine plantations are locally dominating features. The confined areas afford a panoramic view over adjacent associations.

Climate
Mean annual rainfall
650-800 mm
Mean annual evaporation
1600 mm
Landform parameters
Landscape description
RELICT COASTAL PLAINS
Relief class
Very low (6 to 30 m)
Maximum relief
20 m
Mean altitude
15 m
Grain
Fine (160 to 320 m)
Drainage network
None
Location
Longitude
140.12° E
Latitude
37.45° S
Area
494 Km2
Groundwater resources and quality
Fractured rocks
None
Sedimentary rocks
General suitability (less than 100 mg/L)
Shallow unconsolidated sediments
General suitability (less than 100 mg/L)

Elevation profile Elevation Profile for the Woakwine (Environmental Association 1.2.1)