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1-15 Doline pair - Jones Ridge

This information has been developed from the publications:
  • An assessment of the Geological/Geomorphological Significance of Private Land in the Shire of Portland (1981) by N. Rosengren, J Mallen, T Shepherd.
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Locality:

7121-246909. Four kilometres south of Drik Drik.

Access:

Nelson-Winnap Road.

Geology/Geomorphology:

Two large symmetrical blind dolines, approximately circular in plan, have developed in Bridgewater Formation dune limestones.

Significance:

Regional. These features are good examples of symmetrical dolines.

Management:

Quarrying and waste disposal should be prohibited at the site.

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