Lateral Channel Migration, Downcutting and Restoration Potential of the North Fork Siuslaw River

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Citation

Originator: Siuslaw River Watershed Council & Siuslaw National Forest

Publish Date: July 2002

Online Link: None

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Contact Information

Agency: Watershed Councils

Name: Liz Vollmer-Buhl

Job Position: Siuslaw Watershed Council Coordinator

Telephone: (541) 268-3044

E-Mail Address: watershed@siuslaw.org

Description

Abstract: The report contains information on the study's methodology, geologic setting of the North Fork Siuslaw River, recent history of the North Fork Siuslaw River, current condition, channel information, and what can be done to enhance the River.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to 1)document where lateral channel migration and bank erosion have occurred, 2)determine whether the apparent downcutting and high river banks are naturally occurring, or the result of disturbances in the valley, and 3)document changes in the riparian vegetation over time.

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Geographic Extent: The North Fork Siuslaw River: mouth to just downstream of the North Fork Siuslaw Campground, and the lower portions of McLeod Cr, Condon Cr & Morris Cr

Status: Final

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Format: PDF file

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