Abstract:
Provides analysis focusing on the three primary issues of the watershed: vegetative health and sustainability; increased recreational use and the associated resource impacts to wildlife, vegetation, soils, and water quality; and future maintenance of recreational infrastructures. Includes watershed characterization, issues and key questions, reference and current conditions, trends and interpretation, and management goals and recommendations. The late-successional reserve assessment is included as a separate chapter to fulfill assessment criteria identified in Northwest Forest Plan guidelines.
Description:
421 pp. Tables, maps, figures, appendices, references, glossary.
The watershed is located on the southwestern edge of the Bend-Ft. Rock District, and contains approximately 56,600 acres, including 18,900 acres of the Crescent Ranger District.
Captured May 15, 2007.