EstuaryWatch Data Portal
Overview
| Estuary name | Skenes Creek Estuary |
|---|---|
| CMA | Corangamite CMA |
| Description |
Skenes Creek catchment is quite small but can carry a large fast flow during rain events. The sandy beach is a good study area for channel and sand movements. Erosion of the for dune is constant and appears to be accelerating over time. |
| Estuary Values | |
| Estuary Threats | |
| Data | Site observations |
| Status | Inactive |
| Monitor group | Skenes Creek EstuaryWatchers |
| Document | Skenes Creek Estuary Fact Sheet |
Sites
| Site details | Options |
|---|---|
SkGB Skenes Creek Gauge BoardInactive Gauge BoardThe water level monitoring gauge board is located under the Great Ocean Road bridge (southwestern corner). |
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SKMC Skenes Creek Observation SiteInactive Mouth Condition 14-05-2008 - 17-03-2023Eastern corner of dune fencing located closest to the western side of the creek. |
Observations 51 |
Skp1 Skenes Creek photopoint site oneInactive Photopoint 17-01-2011 - 27-03-2023End of the fence found on the inland side of the boardwalk that runs along the western edge of the Skenes Creek toilet block. |
Photos 68 |
Skp2 Skenes Creek photopoint site twoInactive Photopoint 17-01-2011 - 27-03-2023Eastern corner of dune fencing located closest to the western side of the creek. |
Photos 84 |
Skp3 Skenes Creek photopoint site threeInactive Photopoint 17-01-2011 - 27-03-2023Behind the storm water pit located on the eastern side of the Great Ocean Road bridge. |
Photos 35 |
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