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TPMC Thompson Creek Observation Site

17 May 2009

Observation details

Overview

Estuary Thompson Creek Estuary
Site Thompson Creek Observation Site
Observation ID #8024
Date and Time Sunday 17th May 2009 13:00pm
Approved Approved

Notes

Very big swell. All car parks full. Extremely large number of surfers using the area. Have had rain lately so outflow from creek is strong. Large amount of seagulls feeding where outflow and sea water meet. Water laying on the ground in nearby wetlands. Tissue/ toilet paper everywhere around the point, not noticeable previously. There are no toilets on site.

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 West
Beaufort Scale Gentle breeze Moderate breeze
Sea State Rough Rough

Water Levels and Tides

Water Level Start Finish
Height (m)
Time (hh:mm)
Tidal influence No
Tidal Range Time Height
High 17:24 1.500
Low 10:30 0.460

Observation Documents

Link Date File name Description
17-05-2009 13:00 Photopoint TP1_20090517_1R.JPG
17-05-2009 13:00 Photopoint TP1_20090517_2R.JPG
17-05-2009 13:00 Photopoint TP1_20090517_3R.JPG
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