Acid sulfate soils
Acid sulfate soils explained
Acid sulfate soils contain iron sulfides and can produce sulfuric acid when disturbed.
Identifying acid sulfate soils
We can identify acid sulfate soils through physical and chemical features, vegetation and signs in the built environment.
Impacts of acid sulfate soils
Acid sulfate soils can have environmental, health and economic effects due to the production of sulfuric acid and heavy metals.
Managing acid sulfate soils
The easiest way to avoid the impacts of acid sulfate soils is to leave them alone but, even when disturbed, these soils can still be managed.
Guidance materials for acid sulfate soils
Guidance material for investigating and managing acid sulfate soils.
Legislation, policies and risk assessments
Legislation and policies that apply to acid sulfate soils in Queensland.
East Trinity remediation case study
Demonstrates the successful remediation of a large area of acid sulfate soils near Cairns.