Process for Assessing Proper Functioning Condition for Lentic Riparian-wetland Areas


Book Description

This technical reference outlines the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM's) process for assessing the functioning condition of lentic riparian-wetland areas on public lands. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of vegetation, landform/soils, and hydrology in defining capability and potential of an area. The importance of using an interdisciplinary term is also stressed.




Process for Assessing Proper Functioning Condition for Lentic Riparian-wetland Area


Book Description

"This technical reference outlines the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM's) process for assessing the functioning condition of lentic riparian-wetland areas on public lands. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of vegetation, landform/soils, and hydrology in defining capability and potential of an area. The importance of using an interdisciplinary team is also stressed."--Report documentation page.










Proper Functioning Condition Assessment for Lentic Areas


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"This technical reference (TR) provides instructions for the application of the lentic proper functioning condition (PFC) protocol. It is not intended to serve as a textbook addressing every aspect of lentic area and riparian-wetland function and ecology. The lentic PFC protocol addresses the physical functioning of perennial or intermittent lentic riparian-wetland systems, such as swamps, ponds, or marshes ... The PFC assessment protocol is not intended for use on ephemeral systems, which do not support the vegetation, riparian-wetland functions, and values that depend on extended periods of available free water in the soil"--Page 3.




Riparian Area Management


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Proper Functioning Condition Assessment for Lentic Areas


Book Description

"This technical reference (TR) provides instructions for the application of the lentic proper functioning condition (PFC) protocol. It is not intended to serve as a textbook addressing every aspect of lentic area and riparian-wetland function and ecology. The lentic PFC protocol addresses the physical functioning of perennial or intermittent lentic riparian-wetland systems, such as swamps, ponds, or marshes ... The PFC assessment protocol is not intended for use on ephemeral systems, which do not support the vegetation, riparian-wetland functions, and values that depend on extended periods of available free water in the soil"--Page 3.




Riparian Area Management


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Riparian-wetland areas are some of our most productive resources. They are highly prized for their recreation, fish and wildlife, water supply, cultural, and historic values, as well as for their economic values, which stem from their use for livestock production, timber harvest, and mineral extraction.