Macfarlane (Environmental Association 7.3.2)

location map showing Macfarlane (Environmental Association 7.3.2)

Salt lakes with gypsum dunes on the eastern margins, linked by ephemeral channels. There is a cover of tall open shrubland and low open woodland both with a chenopod shrub understory, and low samphire shrubland. All are used for extensive livestock grazing.

Climate
Mean annual rainfall
175-200 mm
Mean annual evaporation
2600-2900 mm
Landform parameters
Landscape description
PLAYAS/PLAYA LAKES
Relief class
Negligible (less than 6 m)
Maximum relief
10 m
Mean altitude
100 m
Grain
Not applicable
Drainage network
None
Location
Longitude
136.67° E
Latitude
32.08° S
Area
1580 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 Macfarlane (Environmental Association 7.3.2)