Cummins (Environmental Association 4.1.16)

A gently undulating plain on old alluvium partly calcreted, crossed by narrow floodplains. This association has a cultural grassland cover and is used for winter cereal cultivation and livestock grazing.

Middleground panoramic views feature some local remnants of mallee. Towards the east of the hills of association 4.1.9 form the backdrop.

Climate

Mean annual rainfall

450 mm

Mean annual evaporation

1800 mm

Landform parameters

Landscape description

ALLUVIAL PLAINS

Relief class

Negligible (less than 6 m)

Maximum relief

10 m

Mean altitude

70 m

Grain

Not applicable

Drainage network

None

Location

Longitude

135.7° E

Latitude

34.23° S

Area

370 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