Observation details

Overview

Estuary Thompson Creek Estuary
Site Thompson Creek Observation Site
Observation ID #9266
Date and Time Monday 25th February 2013 10:00am
Approved Approved

Notes

Estuary mouth nearly closed - mouth opening present much further over near opposite dunes waterflow narrow and windy. Opening occluded by seaweed - seaweed pushing up into estuary. Large flock of seagulls on beach near estuary mouth. 1 large seabird foraging amongst seaweed in the estuary.

Mouth Observation

Mouth state Open
Previous C O O O O O O O O
Flow Present? No
Previous Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Flow Direction N/A
Previous I I O O O I O O O
Above Sea Above Estuary
Berm Height (m)
Berm Length (m)

Physical Condition

Current Mode
Wind Direction South
Beaufort Scale Light Breeze
Sea State Calm (glassy)

Water Levels and Tides

Water Level Start Finish
Height (m)
Time (hh:mm)
Tidal influence No
Tidal Range Time Height
High
Low

Observation Documents

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