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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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i
Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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Key Characteristics
- Site located north of the Columbia River.
- Within a national park soil survey or in an area joining with a national park in the Washington Cascades Range
- MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK
- Site is forested, and more than 25 percent is covered with trees
- Site is composed primarily of deciduous tree species in areas of active disturbance on mountain slopes and valley sides. Disturbances include rockfalls, debris torrents, and avalanches
- Site is at an elevation of more than 3,600 feet above sea level. The vegetation is primarily Sitka alder, Sitka mountain ash, Sitka valerian, and vine maple. Repeated avalanches do not allow for the establishment of a forested overstory; however, seedlings of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, subalpine fir, and Pacific silver fir may be present. If yes, the site is Southern Washington Cascades High Cryic Deciduous Forest (F003XN952WA).
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R028BY021NV – SODIC DUNE
R028BY021NV – SODIC DUNE
Not sandy in the particle control section
Skeletal particle control section
R028BY017NV – LOAMY 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY017NV – LOAMY 5-8 P.Z.
Not skeletal in the particle control section
Somewhat poorly drained, water table 20 to 60 inches.
R028BY004NV – SALINE BOTTOM
R028BY004NV – SALINE BOTTOM
Soil not as above
Ponded
Not ponded
Long duration ponding (greater than seven days).
R028BY020NV – SODIC FLAT 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY020NV – SODIC FLAT 5-8 P.Z.
Brief duration ponding (less than seven days).
R028BY069NV – SODIC FLAT 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY069NV – SODIC FLAT 8-10 P.Z.
Lower sodium at the surface. pH increasing with depth.
R028BY047NV – SALINE TERRACE 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY047NV – SALINE TERRACE 5-8 P.Z.
Higher sodium near surface. pH higher at the surface.
R028BY074NV – SODIC TERRACE 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY074NV – SODIC TERRACE 5-8 P.Z.
Lower sodium at the surface. pH increasing with depth.
R028BY097NV – ALKALI SILT FLAT
R028BY097NV – ALKALI SILT FLAT
Higher sodium near surface. pH higher at the surface.
R028BY073NV – SHALLOW SILTY 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY073NV – SHALLOW SILTY 5-8 P.Z.
Higher sodium near surface. pH higher at the surface. This site's abiotic characteristics overlap with R028BY073NV. R028BY009NV is likely a community phase of R028BY073NV.
R028BY009NV – SHALLOW SILTY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY009NV – SHALLOW SILTY 8-10 P.Z.
Sandy particle control section
R028BY005NV – SANDY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY005NV – SANDY 8-10 P.Z.
Not sandy in the particle control section
Silty loam (vesicular) surface and brief ponding.
R028BY056NV – SILT FLAT
R028BY056NV – SILT FLAT
Not as above. Gravels or coarser rock fragments over 10 percent cover on the surface. No ponding.
R028BY014NV – LOAMY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY014NV – LOAMY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
Gravels less than 10 percent on the surface. Surface texture is silt loam.
R028BY054NV – SILTY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY054NV – SILTY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
Gravels less than 10 percent on the surface. Soil surface texture is silty clay.
R028BY071NV – SILTY CLAY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY071NV – SILTY CLAY 8-10 P.Z.
Salt/saline affected
R028BY056NV – SILT FLAT
R028BY056NV – SILT FLAT
Mesic
Frigid
R028BY094NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 10-14 P.Z.
R028BY094NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 10-14 P.Z.
Cryic
R028BY112NV – Calcareous Mahogany Slope
R028BY112NV – Calcareous Mahogany Slope
Carbonatic mineralogy/free carbonates
Non-carbonatic mineralogy/no free carbonates
Mollic epipedon
R028BY006NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY006NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
Ochric epipedon
R028BY011NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY011NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
Soil is less than 50 cm deep.
R028BY080NV – SHALLOW LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY080NV – SHALLOW LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
Soil is greater than 50 cm deep.
Soil is greater than 100 cm deep.
Ochric epipedon
Mollic epipedon
Saline/sodic pH>9
R028BY028NV – SODIC TERRACE 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY028NV – SODIC TERRACE 8-10 P.Z.
Non saline/non sodic
Coarse silty particle control section
R028BY013NV – SILTY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY013NV – SILTY 8-10 P.Z.
Not as above
On fan skirts.
R028BY018NV – SILTY 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY018NV – SILTY 5-8 P.Z.
Calcic horizon present, aridic-xeric
R028BY010NV – LOAMY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY010NV – LOAMY 8-10 P.Z.
Calcic horizon absent
Upper fan remnant/receives run on moisture
R028BY045NV – LOAMY FAN 8-12 P.Z.
R028BY045NV – LOAMY FAN 8-12 P.Z.
Lower fan remnant/less run on moisture influence
R028BY084NV – COARSE SILTY 6-8 P.Z.
R028BY084NV – COARSE SILTY 6-8 P.Z.
Associated with perennial streams
F028BY025NV – Mountain Stream Terrace
F028BY025NV – Mountain Stream Terrace
meets Pinyon-Juniper soil requirements
Does NOT meet Pinyon-Juniper soil requirements
Argillic horizon
Soil not as above
Abrupt boundary to the argillic horizon
F028BY064NV – Shallow Gravelly Mountains 12-16 PZ
F028BY064NV – Shallow Gravelly Mountains 12-16 PZ
Soil not as above
Soils have a thin mollic above the argillic (less than seven inches).
F028BY076NV – Cobbly Mountain Slopes 12-16 PZ
F028BY076NV – Cobbly Mountain Slopes 12-16 PZ
Mostly above 7,500 feet elevation.
F028BY058NV – PIMO-CELE3/ARTRV/PSSPS-POFE
F028BY058NV – PIMO-CELE3/ARTRV/PSSPS-POFE
Mostly found below 7,500 feet elevation.
F028BY062NV – PIMO-JUOS/ARTRV/PSSPS-ACTH7
F028BY062NV – PIMO-JUOS/ARTRV/PSSPS-ACTH7
Skeletal
R028BY114NV – Volcanic Mountain Savanna
R028BY114NV – Volcanic Mountain Savanna
Shallow to bedrock and skeletal
F028BY064NV – Shallow Gravelly Mountains 12-16 PZ
F028BY064NV – Shallow Gravelly Mountains 12-16 PZ
Soil is lithic
F028BY060NV – PIMO-JUOS/ARNO4/PSSPS-ACHY
F028BY060NV – PIMO-JUOS/ARNO4/PSSPS-ACHY
Soil is paralithic
F028BY083NV – Cobbly Calcareous Mountain Slopes 10-12 P.Z.
F028BY083NV – Cobbly Calcareous Mountain Slopes 10-12 P.Z.
Soils are shallow and calcareous
F028BY083NV – Cobbly Calcareous Mountain Slopes 10-12 P.Z.
F028BY083NV – Cobbly Calcareous Mountain Slopes 10-12 P.Z.
Argillic horizon is present
Soil not as above
Abrupt boundary to argillic horizon
Lacks abrupt boundary to argillic
Presence of secondary carbonates
R028BY092NV – CALCAREOUS CLAYPAN 14-16 P.Z.
R028BY092NV – CALCAREOUS CLAYPAN 14-16 P.Z.
No secondary carbonates
Soil temperature cryic
R028BY036NV – CLAYPAN 14+ P.Z.
R028BY036NV – CLAYPAN 14+ P.Z.
Soil temperature frigid
Soil surface dominated by cobbles.
R028BY039NV – COBBLY CLAYPAN 12-14 P.Z.
R028BY039NV – COBBLY CLAYPAN 12-14 P.Z.
Soil surface dominated by gravels.
R028BY037NV – CLAYPAN 12-14 P.Z.
R028BY037NV – CLAYPAN 12-14 P.Z.
Mountain ridge, narrow and windy
On a mountain, but not on a ridge.
Parent material limestone
R028BY048NV – CALCAREOUS MOUNTAIN RIDGE
R028BY048NV – CALCAREOUS MOUNTAIN RIDGE
Parent material volcanic
R028BY034NV – MOUNTAIN RIDGE 12-14 P.Z.
R028BY034NV – MOUNTAIN RIDGE 12-14 P.Z.
Soil temperature is mesic
Soil temperature is frigid
Soil temperature is cryic
Mollic epipedon
R028BY093NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 12-14 P.Z.
R028BY093NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 12-14 P.Z.
Ochric epipedon
R028BY089NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY089NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
Less than 50 cm deep.
R028BY087NV – GRAVELLY CLAY 12-14 P.Z.
R028BY087NV – GRAVELLY CLAY 12-14 P.Z.
Greater than 50 cm deep.
R028BY015NV – LOAMY SLOPE 12-16 P.Z.
R028BY015NV – LOAMY SLOPE 12-16 P.Z.
Greater than 50 cm deep.
R028BY026NV – FRACTURED STONY LOAM 14+ P.Z.
R028BY026NV – FRACTURED STONY LOAM 14+ P.Z.
Greater than 50 cm deep.
R028BY030NV – LOAMY 12-16 P.Z.
R028BY030NV – LOAMY 12-16 P.Z.
Mountain sideslope, smooth to convex
R028BY104NV – LOAMY SLOPE 20+
R028BY104NV – LOAMY SLOPE 20+
Mountain sideslope, smooth to convex
R028BY105NV – CALCAREOUS SLOPE 20+
R028BY105NV – CALCAREOUS SLOPE 20+
Mountain sideslope, concave
R028BY029NV – LOAMY 16+ P.Z.
R028BY029NV – LOAMY 16+ P.Z.
Soil temperature is mesic
Soil temperature is frigid
Soil temperature is cryic
Precipitation is about 12 inches. Elevation is about 7,000 feet. Bluebunch wheatgrass is present.
R028BY090NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 14+ P.Z.
R028BY090NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 14+ P.Z.
Precipitation is about 12 inches. Elevation is about 7,000 feet. Bluebunch wheatgrass is present.
R028BY008NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY008NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 10-12 P.Z.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass.
R028BY016NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY016NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 8-10 P.Z.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass.
R028BY059NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 8-12 P.Z.
R028BY059NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 8-12 P.Z.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass. Likely a community phase of R028BY016NV.
R028BY019NV – LOAMY SLOPE 5-8 P.Z.
R028BY019NV – LOAMY SLOPE 5-8 P.Z.
On mountain sideslopes in concave positions. Soil depth is greater than 35 centimeters.
R028BY079NV – SHALLOW LOAM 10-14 P.Z.
R028BY079NV – SHALLOW LOAM 10-14 P.Z.
On convex mountain sideslopes. Soil is less than 35 centimeters deep.
R028BY066NV – LIMESTONE HILL
R028BY066NV – LIMESTONE HILL
On concave mountain sideslopes.
R028BY088NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 14-16 P.Z.
R028BY088NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 14-16 P.Z.
Supports cottonwoods and larger trees
F028BY109NV – GRAVELLY STREAMBANK A
F028BY109NV – GRAVELLY STREAMBANK A
Soil is less than 50 cm deep.
Soil is greater than 50 cm deep.
Soil greater than 50 cm deep, associated with perennial streams.
F028BY025NV – Mountain Stream Terrace
F028BY025NV – Mountain Stream Terrace
Mountain ridges, narrow and windy
R028BY038NV – MOUNTAIN RIDGE 14+ P.Z.
R028BY038NV – MOUNTAIN RIDGE 14+ P.Z.
Mountain, and mollic epipedon
Mountain, and ochric epipedon
F028BY106NV – PILO-PIFL2/SYOR2/POA
F028BY106NV – PILO-PIFL2/SYOR2/POA
Mollic epipedon without being pachic
R028BY032NV – STONY MAHOGANY SAVANNA
R028BY032NV – STONY MAHOGANY SAVANNA
Pachic mollic epipedon
R028BY027NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 14+ P.Z.
R028BY027NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 14+ P.Z.
Soil depth 50 to 100 cm.
Soil greater than 100 cm deep.
Ochric epipedon, calcareous parent material
F028BY072NV – Concave Mountain Slopes
F028BY072NV – Concave Mountain Slopes
Ochric epipedon, shale parent material
Concave backslopes with longer snow retention times.
F028BY072NV – Concave Mountain Slopes
F028BY072NV – Concave Mountain Slopes
Soils have a mollic epipedon. The site is less than 8,500 feet and not associated with rock outcrops.
R028BY043NV – CALCAREOUS MAHOGANY SAVANNA
R028BY043NV – CALCAREOUS MAHOGANY SAVANNA
Snow loading/pH <7
R028BY051NV – SNOWPOCKET
R028BY051NV – SNOWPOCKET
Ochric epipedon
F028BY107NV – Deep North Facing Mountain Sideslopes
F028BY107NV – Deep North Facing Mountain Sideslopes
Mollic epipedon
Skeletal, associated with rock outcroppings
F028BY049NV – Rocky Convex Mountain Slopes
F028BY049NV – Rocky Convex Mountain Slopes
Deep, north-facing slopes
F028BY107NV – Deep North Facing Mountain Sideslopes
F028BY107NV – Deep North Facing Mountain Sideslopes
Backslopes smooth to convex
R028BY070NV – MOUNTAIN LOAM 16+ P.Z.
R028BY070NV – MOUNTAIN LOAM 16+ P.Z.
Backslopes smooth to concave
Backslopes concave, limestone parent material
Backslopes concave, quartzite parent material
F028BY067NV – POTR5/SYOR2/BRMA4-ELTR7
F028BY067NV – POTR5/SYOR2/BRMA4-ELTR7
Soil has a calcic horizon.
R028BY085NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 16+ P.Z.
R028BY085NV – CALCAREOUS LOAM 16+ P.Z.
Soil does not have a calcic horizon.
R028BY042NV – MAHOGANY THICKET
R028BY042NV – MAHOGANY THICKET
Argillic horizon
No argillic horizon
Mollic epipedon
R028BY007NV – LOAMY 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY007NV – LOAMY 10-12 P.Z.
Ochric epipedon
<50 cm deep
R028BY089NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY089NV – SHALLOW CLAY LOAM 10-12 P.Z.
>50 cm deep
R028BY086NV – GRAVELLY CLAY 10-12 P.Z.
R028BY086NV – GRAVELLY CLAY 10-12 P.Z.
<36 cm deep
R028BY040NV – BARREN FAN 8-12 P.Z.
R028BY040NV – BARREN FAN 8-12 P.Z.
>100 cm, without a cambic horizon
R028BY052NV – DROUGHTY LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY052NV – DROUGHTY LOAM 8-10 P.Z.
>100 cm deep, with a cambic horizon
R028BY010NV – LOAMY 8-10 P.Z.
R028BY010NV – LOAMY 8-10 P.Z.
>100 cm deep with silt loam or fine sandy loam surface textures
R028BY082NV – LOAMY FAN 12+ P.Z.
R028BY082NV – LOAMY FAN 12+ P.Z.
Associated with perennial streams
Saline/Salt and sodium affected
Water table is less than or equal to 20 inches during the growing season
Water table is greater than or equal to 20 inches during the growing season
R028BY095NV – DRY MEADOW 12-16 P.Z.
R028BY095NV – DRY MEADOW 12-16 P.Z.
Site is between 2,000 and 6,900 feet in elevation.
R028BY001NV – WET MEADOW 10-14 P.Z.
R028BY001NV – WET MEADOW 10-14 P.Z.
Site is between 4,000 and 7,600 feet in elevation. The water table is deeper than 18 inches.
R028BY081NV – MOIST FLOODPLAIN
R028BY081NV – MOIST FLOODPLAIN
Site is between 6,900 and 8,200 feet in elevation.
R028BY022NV – WET MEADOW 14+ P.Z.
R028BY022NV – WET MEADOW 14+ P.Z.
Saturation to the surface most of the year
R028BY044NV – WETLAND
R028BY044NV – WETLAND
Soils not as above
Water table is between 12 and 30 inches during the growing season.
R028BY050NV – WET SODIC BOTTOM
R028BY050NV – WET SODIC BOTTOM
Water table is between 0 and 24 inches during the growing season.
R028BY100NV – DRY MEADOW 6-10 P.Z.
R028BY100NV – DRY MEADOW 6-10 P.Z.
Water table is deeper than 30 inches during the growing season.
R028BY004NV – SALINE BOTTOM
R028BY004NV – SALINE BOTTOM
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- 15 – 20cm (6 – 8in)
- 20 – 25cm (8 – 10in)
- 25 – 30cm (10 – 12in)
- 30 – 35cm (12 – 14in)
- 35 – 40cm (14 – 16in)
- 40 – 50cm (16 – 20in)
- 50 – 60cm (20 – 24in)
- 60 – 80cm (24 – 31in)
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- 70 – 90days
- 90 – 110days
- 110 – 130days
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- 1000 – 1200m (3300 – 3900ft)
- 1200 – 1400m (3900 – 4600ft)
- 1400 – 1600m (4600 – 5200ft)
- 1600 – 1800m (5200 – 5900ft)
- 1800 – 2000m (5900 – 6600ft)
- 2000 – 2200m (6600 – 7200ft)
- 2200 – 2400m (7200 – 7900ft)
- 2400 – 2600m (7900 – 8500ft)
- 2600 – 2800m (8500 – 9800ft)
- 2800 – 3000m (9800 – 26240ft)
- 3000 – 8000m
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- 3 – 5%
- 5 – 10%
- 10 – 15%
- 15 – 20%
- 20 – 25%
- 25 – 30%
- 30 – 35%
- 35 – 40%
- 40 – 45%
- 45 – 50%
- 50 – 60%
- 60 – 70%
- 70 – 80%
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- Alluvial flat
- Barrier beach
- Beach plain
- Drainageway
- Dune
- Fan piedmont
- Fan remnant
- Fan skirt
- Flood plain
- Hill
- Inset fan
- Lake plain
- Mountain
- Mountain slope
- Pediment
- Ridge
- Sand sheet
- Stream terrace
- No filter
- Andesite
- Chert
- Dolomite (dolostone)
- Granite
- Limestone and shale
- Limestone, unspecified
- Metasedimentary, unspecified
- Quartzite
- Rhyolite
- Sandstone, calcareous
- Sandstone, unspecified
- Shale, calcareous
- Siltstone, calcareous
- Tuff, unspecified
- Tuff, welded
- Volcanic breccia, unspecified
- Volcanic, unspecified
- No filter
- Alluvium
- Colluvium
- Lacustrine deposits
- Loess
- Residuum
Soil surface texture
- No filter
- Coarse sandy loam
- Fine sand
- Fine sandy loam
- Loam
- Loamy fine sand
- Sand
- Sandy clay loam
- Silt
- Silty clay
- Silty clay loam
- Silt loam
- Sandy loam
- Very fine sandy loam
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Ecological site keys
MLRA 28B
XA
Basins (Including playas)
A.
Typic aridic
2
Not sandy in the particle control section
ii.
Not skeletal in the particle control section
b.
Soil not as above
1)
Ponded
2)
Not ponded
e)
Higher sodium near surface. pH higher at the surface. This site's abiotic characteristics overlap with R028BY073NV. R028BY009NV is likely a community phase of R028BY073NV.
... R028BY009NV – SHALLOW SILTY 8-10 P.Z.
B.
Aridic-xeric
2
Not sandy in the particle control section
ii.
Not as above. Gravels or coarser rock fragments over 10 percent cover on the surface. No ponding.
... R028BY014NV – LOAMY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
iii.
Gravels less than 10 percent on the surface. Surface texture is silt loam.
... R028BY054NV – SILTY PLAIN 8-10 P.Z.
iv.
Gravels less than 10 percent on the surface. Soil surface texture is silty clay.
... R028BY071NV – SILTY CLAY 8-10 P.Z.
XB
Piedmont Slopes from Limestone
A.
Mesic
1
Carbonatic mineralogy/free carbonates
2
Non-carbonatic mineralogy/no free carbonates
ii.
Soil is greater than 50 cm deep.
b.
Soil is greater than 100 cm deep.
1)
Ochric epipedon
b)
Non saline/non sodic
(2)
Not as above
(c)
Calcic horizon absent
2)
Mollic epipedon
XC
Hills and Mountains
A.
meets Pinyon-Juniper soil requirements
1
Argillic horizon
ii.
Soil not as above
iii.
Soils have a thin mollic above the argillic (less than seven inches).
... F028BY076NV – Cobbly Mountain Slopes 12-16 PZ
2
Soil not as above
iii.
Soils are shallow and calcareous
... F028BY083NV – Cobbly Calcareous Mountain Slopes 10-12 P.Z.
B.
Does NOT meet Pinyon-Juniper soil requirements
1
Argillic horizon is present
i.
Abrupt boundary to argillic horizon
b.
No secondary carbonates
2)
Soil temperature frigid
ii.
Lacks abrupt boundary to argillic
a.
Mountain ridge, narrow and windy
b.
On a mountain, but not on a ridge.
1)
Soil temperature is mesic
2)
Soil temperature is frigid
3)
Soil temperature is cryic
2
Soil not as above
i.
Soil temperature is mesic
a.
Precipitation is about 12 inches. Elevation is about 7,000 feet. Bluebunch wheatgrass is present.
... R028BY090NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 14+ P.Z.
b.
Precipitation is about 12 inches. Elevation is about 7,000 feet. Bluebunch wheatgrass is present.
... R028BY008NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 10-12 P.Z.
c.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass.
... R028BY016NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS SLOPE 8-10 P.Z.
d.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass.
... R028BY059NV – SHALLOW CALCAREOUS HILL 8-12 P.Z.
e.
Less than 12 inch precipitation. Elevation about 7,000 feet. No bluebunch wheatgrass. Likely a community phase of R028BY016NV.
... R028BY019NV – LOAMY SLOPE 5-8 P.Z.
ii.
Soil temperature is frigid
a.
On mountain sideslopes in concave positions. Soil depth is greater than 35 centimeters.
... R028BY079NV – SHALLOW LOAM 10-14 P.Z.
b.
On convex mountain sideslopes. Soil is less than 35 centimeters deep.
... R028BY066NV – LIMESTONE HILL
iii.
Soil temperature is cryic
a.
Soil is less than 50 cm deep.
2)
Mountain, and mollic epipedon
b.
Soil is greater than 50 cm deep.
1)
Soil depth 50 to 100 cm.
b)
Ochric epipedon, shale parent material
d)
Soils have a mollic epipedon. The site is less than 8,500 feet and not associated with rock outcrops.
... R028BY043NV – CALCAREOUS MAHOGANY SAVANNA
2)
Soil greater than 100 cm deep.
b)
Mollic epipedon
(2)
Backslopes smooth to concave
(a)
Backslopes concave, limestone parent material
c.
Soil greater than 50 cm deep, associated with perennial streams.
... F028BY025NV – Mountain Stream Terrace
XD
Piedmont Slopes from Volcanics
A.
Argillic horizon
2
Ochric epipedon
B.
No argillic horizon
4
>100 cm deep with silt loam or fine sandy loam surface textures
... R028BY082NV – LOAMY FAN 12+ P.Z.
XY
Hydrologically driven
A.
Associated with perennial streams
1
Water table is less than or equal to 20 inches during the growing season
ii.
Site is between 4,000 and 7,600 feet in elevation. The water table is deeper than 18 inches.
... R028BY081NV – MOIST FLOODPLAIN
2
Water table is greater than or equal to 20 inches during the growing season
... R028BY095NV – DRY MEADOW 12-16 P.Z.
B.
Saline/Salt and sodium affected
2
Soils not as above
i.
Water table is between 12 and 30 inches during the growing season.
... R028BY050NV – WET SODIC BOTTOM
ii.
Water table is between 0 and 24 inches during the growing season.
... R028BY100NV – DRY MEADOW 6-10 P.Z.
iii.
Water table is deeper than 30 inches during the growing season.
... R028BY004NV – SALINE BOTTOM
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