An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectiveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

Abstract

The objectives of this study were to provide information and begin to fill the data gaps for resource managers on the multiple functions of urban forest buffers. The information provided will assist resource managers in the formulation of regulatory programs to protect riparian forest buffers from future development impacts and for use in stream restoration prioritization. Published by WERF. 290 pages. Online PDF only.

Originally funded as WERF project 99-WSM-4.

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An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectiveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

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An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

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An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectiveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

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An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectiveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

An Evaluation of the Functions and Effectveness of Urban Riparian Forest Buffers

Wet Weather Flow Management: A Research Needs Survey for Urban Areas

Holistic Approaches to Flood Mitigation Planning and Modeling under Extreme Events and Climate Impacts

Advancing Benefits and Co-Benefits Quantification and Monetization for Green Stormwater Infrastructure: An Interactive Guidebook for Comparison Case Studies

Advancing Adaptive Wet Weather Management Approaches to Meet Emerging Challenges for Extreme Snowstorm Events and Cold Climate Impacts

Integrating Climate Change Impacts with Wet Weather Management, Capital Improvement, and Stream Network Enhancement

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Your Water System is Not Isolated - Interdependencies are Important