Sandleton (Environmental Association 2.4.6)

A low granite hill with calcreted slopes. Open parkland and mallee scrub are grazed and some cereals are cultivated.

This association provides panoramic views over adjacent associations.

Climate

Mean annual rainfall

275 mm

Mean annual evaporation

2000 mm

Landform parameters

Landscape description

HILLS/MOUNTAINS

Relief class

Low (31 to 90 m)

Maximum relief

35 m

Mean altitude

120 m

Grain

Very coarse (Greater than 1,280 m)

Drainage network

None

Location

Longitude

139.33° E

Latitude

34.48° S

Area

30 Km²

Groundwater resources and quality

Fractured rocks

None

Sedimentary rocks

Only for livestock (7,001 to 14,000 mg/L)

Shallow unconsolidated sediments

None

Elevation profile