Ecological health of river basins in forested regions of eastern Washington and Oregon. Forest Service general technical report
A retrospective examination of the history of the cumulative influences of past land water uses on the ecological health of select river basins in forest regions of eastern Washington and Oregon indicates the loss of fish and riparian habitat diversity and quality since the 19th century. The study focuses on impacts of timber harvest, fire management, live stock grazing, mining and irrigation management practices on stream and riparian ecosystems. An examination of past environmental management approaches for assessing stream, riparian, and watershed conditions in forest regions shows numerous advantages and shortcomings. Rcommendations for ecosystem management with emphasis on monitoring and restoration activities are provided.
- Research Organization:
- Forest Service, Portland, OR (United States). Pacific Northwest Research Station
- OSTI ID:
- 6940974
- Report Number(s):
- PB-94-218435/XAB; FSGTR-PNW-326
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: See also PB--94-218427 and PB--94-218419
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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