Applying the “Goldilocks Rule” to Riparian Buffer Widths for Forested Headwater Streams across the Contiguous U.S.—How Much Is “Just Right”?

Applying the “Goldilocks Rule” to Riparian Buffer Widths for Forested Headwater Streams across the Contiguous U.S.—How Much Is “Just Right”?

Delineating riparian management zones (RMZ) around streams to protect riparian ecological functions is critical during forest management. This study compared the area dedicated to RMZ using the USFS functional-based riparian buffer approach versus individual state-defined riparian buffer allocation...

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Main Authors: Maneesha T. Jayasuriya, René H. Germain, John C. Stella
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-09-01
Series:Forests
Subjects:
functional riparian area
variable width riparian buffer
drainage density
riparian management zone
best management practices
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/13/9/1509

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