Allendale (Environmental Association 1.2.5)

location map showing Allendale (Environmental Association 1.2.5)

Isolated calcarenite dune ridges forming low rises within broad stony plains on limestone. The Allendale plain carries an open parkland with a pasture understory grazed by beef cattle and coarse wool sheep. There are several areas of pine forest near Kongorong.

The association affords middleground panoramic views with pine plantations locally dominating features.

Climate
Mean annual rainfall
750-850 mm
Mean annual evaporation
1550 mm
Landform parameters
Landscape description
LIMESTONE PLAINS
Relief class
Very low (6 to 30 m)
Maximum relief
10 m
Mean altitude
15 m
Grain
Very coarse (Greater than 1,280 m)
Drainage network
None
Location
Longitude
140.63° E
Latitude
37.98° S
Area
450 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 Allendale (Environmental Association 1.2.5)