Thurlga (Environmental Association 4.4.1)

A low-lying tract occupied by shallow salt lakes. the plains have a cover of low woodland and the salt lakes are fringed by low shrublands. Both are used for light grazing.

Climate

Mean annual rainfall

300 mm

Mean annual evaporation

2400 mm

Landform parameters

Landscape description

PLAYAS/PLAYA LAKES

Relief class

Negligible (less than 6 m)

Maximum relief

4 m

Mean altitude

200 m

Grain

Not applicable

Drainage network

None

Location

Longitude

135.85° E

Latitude

32.77° S

Area

80 Km²

Groundwater resources and quality

Fractured rocks

Unsuitable for livestock (greater than 14,000 mg/L)

Sedimentary rocks

None

Shallow unconsolidated sediments

Unsuitable for livestock (greater than 14,000 mg/L)

Elevation profile