Acid Sulfate Soils in the Port Macquarie-Hastings Region

In the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area there are 57 drainage systems that contribute to acid discharge. Approximately 21,737 hectares of ASS exist in the Hastings and Camden Haven floodplains of which 3580 hectares are considered to be at high risk of producing the majority of acid discharge. These high risk areas also known as 'Hot Spots' include:

• Partridge Creek
• Maria River
• Rawdon Island
• Rossglen
• Stewarts River

Maps

Hastings Floodplain, Acid Sulphate Soil Hot Spots indicated in red.
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Camden Haven Floodplain, Acid Sulphate Soil Hot Spots indicated in red.
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