About: Land Capability Assessments Victoria
Specifically, a land capability assessment is a complex
and thorough investigation which requires a
systematic approach to assess the land’s wastewater
management capability. Several characteristic and
matrix investigations are undertaken to assess the
site, the surrounding topography and environment.
Furthermore, specific ground investigations (including
field and laboratory testing) are required to consider
and measure soil attributes within sub-soils (soil
horizons) including the type of soils, the soil
structure, soil plasticity, permeability and hydraulic
conductivity. Further investigation into the land
assessment include the land’s aspect, the exposure to
sun and wind, the topography, slope and flood levels,
erosion potential, proximity to watercourses, dams
and bores, rainfall and the evaporation, transpiration,
boundary setback distances, soil acidity, soil salinity
and sodicity.