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GMC Gellibrand River Estuary Mouth Observation Site
2 June 2009
Observation details
Overview
| Estuary | Gellibrand River Estuary |
|---|---|
| Site | Gellibrand River Estuary Mouth Observation Site |
| Observation ID | #2189 |
| Date and Time | Tuesday 2nd June 2009 11:00am |
| Approved | Approved |
Notes
- No wind
- Smooth seas
- Very low water level for the river in June.
- Sand build up at east of mouth. The channel entrance is about 2-3m wide and quite shallow. Waves are coming across the mouth from the east and 'circling'. There is more sand built up east of the rocks and a small cascade between rocks and cliffs. Sand build up on mid-beach sloping back down towards channel.
- Herons, beach swans and spoonbills on exposed sand banks
Mouth Observation
| Mouth state | Open |
|---|---|
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| Flow Present? | Yes |
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| Flow Direction | Out |
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| Above Sea | Above Estuary | |
|---|---|---|
| Berm Height (m) | ||
| Berm Length (m) |
Physical Condition
| Current | Mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Wind Direction | ||
| Beaufort Scale | Calm | |
| Sea State | Smooth |
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