ABSTRACT

Filling a long-standing need for a desk reference that synthesizes current research, Land Use Effects on Streamflow and Water Quality in the Northeastern United States reviews and discusses the impact of forest management, agriculture, and urbanization. The book provides a gateway to the diverse scientific literature that is urgently needed

chapter 1|14 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|28 pages

Fundamentals of Hydrology

chapter 3|40 pages

Nutrients, Pesticides, and Metals

chapter 4|22 pages

The Stream Ecosystem

chapter 5|26 pages

Riparian Areas and Riparian Buffers

chapter 6|40 pages

Forest Management and Natural Disturbances

chapter 7|44 pages

Forest Conversion to Agriculture

chapter 9|26 pages

Mixed Land Use and Cumulative Effects

chapter 10|24 pages

Conclusions and Management Implications