Estuaries in NSW

The Parramatta River is the largest river entering Port Jackson. The river is tidal to the Charles Street Weir in Parramatta, some 19 km upstream of the commencement of the river at Balmain, or approximately 30 km from Sydney Heads. The spring tidal range at Parramatta is 11% greater than that at the Heads.

Significant Estuarine Tributaries

Population and Holiday Centres

General

• Important recreational waterway, particularly for the western suburbs of Sydney - designated areas are used for power boating, sailing and sailboarding.
• Approximately one third of the river's 90 km foreshore length is open space, providing significant recreational opportunities.

Estuarine Vegetation

The spatial data is reproduced from NSW Fisheries(2006/7) studies, whilst the species makeup is from the West et al.(1985). This map shows the spatial extent of the Estuarine Vegetation.

References

R.J. Williams, G. West, D. Morrison and R.G. Creese, (2006),
"Estuarine Resources of New South Wales",
prepared for the Comprehensive Coastal Assessment (DoP) by the NSW Department of Primary Industries, Port Stephens.

R.J. West, C.A. Thorogood, T.R. Walford and R.J. Williams. (1985).
"An Estuarine Inventory for New South Wales, Australia".
Fisheries Bulletin 2. Department of Agriculture, New South Wales.

Estuary Commerce

This estuary falls in the area covered by Sydney Metro Catchment Management Authority.

Parramatta River

Local Government Areas

NSW 1:25000 Map Name(s)