Wirrula (Environmental Association 4.3.24)

location map showing Wirrula (Environmental Association 4.3.24)

An undulating calcreted plain with occasional granite inselbergs. Much of the plain has been cleared for rotation cereal cultivation and livestock grazing. The remainder has an open mallee cover used for extensive livestock grazing.

Climate
Mean annual rainfall
300-350 mm
Mean annual evaporation
2200-2400 mm
Landform parameters
Landscape description
LIMESTONE PLAINS
Relief class
Very low (6 to 30 m)
Maximum relief
20 m
Mean altitude
25 m
Grain
Very coarse (Greater than 1,280 m)
Drainage network
None
Location
Longitude
133.93° E
Latitude
32.15° S
Area
5260 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 Elevation Profile for the Wirrula (Environmental Association 4.3.24)