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TPMC Thompson Creek Observation Site

29 April 2017

Observation details

Overview

Estuary Thompson Creek Estuary
Site Thompson Creek Observation Site
Observation ID #11431
Date and Time Saturday 29th April 2017 14:54pm
Approved Approved

Notes

  • Great Egret and Pied Cormorant on Mullet Creek.
  • Creek full after recent rains. Paddocks north of Black Gate Road are flooded. 
  • Creek outflow visible among surf at the river mouth.

Mouth Observation

Mouth state Open
Previous
Flow Present? Yes
Previous
Flow Direction Out
Previous
Above Sea Above Estuary
Berm Height (m)
Berm Length (m)

Physical Condition

Current Mode
Wind Direction
Beaufort Scale Gentle breeze Gentle breeze
Sea State Moderate Moderate

Water Levels and Tides

Water Level Start Finish
Height (m) 1.30m 1.20m
Time (hh:mm) 14:54 15:25
Tidal influence Yes
Tidal Range Time Height
High 14:55 1.870
Low 20:20 0.660

Observation Documents

Link Date File name Description
29-04-2017 18:30 TP1_20170429_1_331.jpg tp1_1
29-04-2017 18:30 TP1_20170429_2_11.jpg tp1_2
29-04-2017 18:30 TP1_20170429_3_51.jpg tp1_3
29-04-2017 18:30 TP1_20170429_4_91.jpg tp1_4
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