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LOURENS RIVER ESTUARY: Physical Features |
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Topography |
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On the western side of the mouth, a flat landwards inclined backshore (+ 2m above MSL) containing the lagoon, extends until reaching the elevated dune belt (3 to 4 m above the backshore). On the eastern side the estuary is bounded by development in the Strand. |
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Bathymetry |
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During May 1982 the estuary depth was measured as 1.5m. (Ref.2.) |
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Obstructions |
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The bridge at the head of the estuary. |