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TPMC Thompson Creek Observation Site

26 August 2013

Observation details

Overview

Estuary Thompson Creek Estuary
Site Thompson Creek Observation Site
Observation ID #9269
Date and Time Monday 26th August 2013 16:15pm
Approved Approved

Notes

Very big tidal influence.
Reall;y high volume of outflow. Wide estuary mouth.

Constant swell rolling into estuary.
Approx 30 small birds feeding on weed on the side of estuary.
Water present in the wetlands.
People fishing and lots of surfers.
Kangaroo observed at wetlands at entrance.

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 North-West
Beaufort Scale Gentle breeze
Sea State Slight

Water Levels and Tides

Water Level Start Finish
Height (m)
Time (hh:mm)
Tidal influence Yes
Tidal Range Time Height
High
Low

Observation Documents

Link Date File name Description
26-08-2013 16:20 Photopoint TP1_20130826_1_2
26-08-2013 16:20 Photopoint TP1_20130826_2_42
26-08-2013 16:20 Photopoint TP1_20130826_3_82
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