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For further information regarding on-ground projects, particularly those invovling the remediation of
erosion and other soil based degradation processes please contact Shari Wallis, DPI
shari.wallis@dpi.vic.gov.au or on 0437 751 352. |
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Gully erosion remedial works at Scotts Creek, Curdies (2006/07) Gully erosion located near Scotts Creek in the Curdies catchment was damaging farm fences and agricultural land. Erosion was contributing sediment into Coorimungle Creek. The funded project involved the installation of a drop pipe structure to take water flowing off the surrounding catchment to the gully floor with out causing any further erosion. This was done with the assistance of diversion banks which channelled water to the structure. The surrounding area has been fenced and revegetated by the farmer. Gully erosion stabilisation at Timboon, Curdies (2006/07) A gully had formed in this landholders paddock due to runoff being concentrated at a point from a culvert under the Timboon β Warrnambool Road near Timboon. The site require diversion banks and an under ground pipe system to drain the paddock. The main asset at risk was the loss of good agricultural land. However, the site had potential to increase in erosion areas and threaten nearby creeks and roads. Landslide drainage works at Simpson, Curdies (2006/07) An old landslide site off the Coradjil Rd near Simpson has been unusable by the owners for many years due to natural springs which flow through out the year. The works completed here involved undergrowned drainage in the form of muldrains of the slope. This has allowed stock to access the paddock without damaging the soil structure due to pugging. |
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Landslide works on the Barwon River, Upper Barwon (2007/08) Near Birregurra the slopes are prone to landslips. At this site, very large landslide has moved in the past and now directly hangs over the Barwon River and threatens to block the entire river. Extensive work has been done in surveying the area and developing a works plan which spans over several years. The plan includes drainage systems and pipe requirements, rock structures and tree planting. Above the landslip a diversion bank will divert water away from the susceptible area into the mentioned structures. The risks of this site is high and so it the costs of amelioration. The Corangamite CMA are currently determining the best option to address this high risk site. Stabilising wind erosion at Torquay, Thompson (2007/08) A ridge near Torquay has been subjected to wind erosion, particularly during summer months, which threatens air and water quality and agricultural production. Activities planned to address the risk of the site includes land class fencing, which will allow better grazing management practices to maintain groundcover. |
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