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This characterization of the physical and biological traits of the Yampa River Basin applies remote sensing and GIS-based tools and techniques to assess moderate-resolution datasets across watershed and planning segment scales, as well as higher resolution datasets across priority riverscape scales, to identify and map trends and characteristics in physical and biological functions within the Yampa Basin.
The assessment is guided by ‘Riverscape Health Principles’ that inform what constitutes healthy, functioning riverscapes. They are:
The assessment is guided by ‘Riverscape Health Principles’ that inform what constitutes healthy, functioning riverscapes. They are:
(1) Streams need space
(2) Structure forces complexity and builds resilience
(3) The importance of structure varies
(4) Inefficient conveyance of water is often healthy
(5) Management and locally important priorities should be addressed
Interactive Web Map
Interactive Web Map
Explore the river health scores for Overall River Health, Floodplain Connectivity, Riparian Condition, Complexity, Hydrology and Water Quality in this web map. A full screen version is available here.
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