Upper Columbia Basin Network Stream Channel Characteristics Monitoring Protocol: Narrative Version 1.0
Starkey EN , Rodhouse TJ, Dicus GH, Garrett LK, Irvine KM, Archer EK. 2011. Upper Columbia Basin Network Stream Channel Characteristics Monitoring Protocol: Narrative Version 1.0. Natural Resource Report. NPS/UCBN/NRR—2011/340. National Park Service. Fort Collins, Colorado
This protocol details the UCBN’s stream channel characteristics monitoring program. It consists of a protocol narrative and a set of standard operating procedures (SOPs), which detail the steps required to collect, manage, and disseminate the data representing the status and trend of stream channel parameters. This monitoring protocol is comprised of methods developed by the USFS, PIBO-EM Program. Well articulated desired future condition statements have not yet been developed for stream channel characteristics in UCBN parks. However, the mission statements for the NPS as a whole and for the individual parks clearly state the intent “to conserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment of this and future generations” (NPS 1999). Stream channels are of particularly high importance due to their connection to both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem health, as well as their impact on cultural resources. It is assumed that desired future conditions for all UCBN parks will include streams and rivers that support natural processes, and provide visitors with recreational and scenic experiences. By monitoring stream channel characteristics we will be directly measuring attributes important to park mission, visitor experience, and desired future conditions.
- Type
- Published Report
- Authors
- Starkey, Eric; Rodhouse, Thomas; Dicus, Gordon; Garrett, Lisa; Irvine, Kathryn; Archer, Eric
- Date of Issue
- 2011-03
- Publisher
- National Park Service
- Units
- BIHO , CIRO , IMDP , JODA , NEPE , NRSS , UCBN , WHMI
- Keywords
- Channel Morphology, Erosion, Monitoring, Riparian, Stream Channel, Stream Channel Protocol, Surface Water
- Subjects
- Ecological Framework: Geology and Soils | Geomorphology | Stream/River Channel Characteristics