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Estuary event details
| Estuary | Wreck Creek |
|---|---|
| Region | West Gippsland CMA |
| Event type | Estuary Entrance Opening |
| Date and time | 27 April 2017 09:20am |
| Description |
The Wreck Creek Estuary was artificially opened on the 26th of April @ 2.30pm (previous day) at a height of 1.9m AHD. This opening was completed following a 50mm rainfall event to reduce the risk of inundation to surrounding houses. Following the opening water levels only dropped by 0.15m to 1.75m AHD. Attached is some images of the estuary mouth taken on the 27th of April @ 9:20am. |
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