Eurobodalla Integrated Water Cycle Management Strategy

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Eurobodalla Integrated Water Cycle Management Strategy
Figure 9-4 Aerial Photograph of Nelligen
9.3.2 What are the Issues
The issues associated with the village landscape and water management system are
classified into environmental and social issues, and are discussed below. Other community
services-related issues are not part of this study.
Environmental Issues
Stormwater from the developed area may impact on the health and visual quality of
the river. In the absence of stormwater quantity and quality monitoring, preliminary
estimates suggest 400 kL/a of stormwater is generated in Nelligen, containing
480 kg of nitrogen and 64 kg of phosphorus.
The current on-site management practices may pose environmental risks, due to
overflows, less than ideal soil types, the slope of the land and oyster farming
downstream from Nelligen.
Social Issues
The current residents would support the provision of water and sewerage services
as it would allow further development of the village
The current on-site management practices may pose a potential public health risk
The community does not have access to a secure water supply
The area has a high tourist load
The river is popular with recreational visitors for such activities as water skiing and
fishing
Oyster farming is undertaken downstream of Nelligen.