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Wetland Delineations
"Wetlands" are areas characterized by growths of typical wetland
vegetation (bulrush, cattails, rushes, sedges and willows) where the soil is
saturated during a portion of the growing season or the surface is flooded
during some part of most years. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes,
and bogs. Vernal pool wetlands in the Santa Rosa Plain are often habitats of
several endangered plant species.
Wetland Delineations are conducted to determine the actual extent of jurisdictional
wetlands, their acreage, and whether they are under State and/or federal
jurisdiction. The boundary of wetlands are determined using a three-parameter
approach by observing hydrology, soils, and vegetation. The decision on the
extent and status of jurisdiction of the wetlands at the site resides with
the Corps, and is finalized at the site verification meeting. |
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