| Main Title |
Peat mining : an initial assessment of wetland impacts and measures to mitigate adverse effects / |
| Author |
Carpenter, John M. ;
Farmer, George T.
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| Other Authors |
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| CORP Author |
JRB Associates, Inc., McLean, VA.;Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. |
| Publisher |
Environmental Protection Agency : Available through NTIS, |
| Year Published |
1981 |
| Report Number |
PB82130766 |
| Stock Number |
PB82-130766 |
| OCLC Number |
13299321 |
| Subjects |
Peat bogs--United States ;
Wetlands--United States
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| Additional Subjects |
Mining ;
Peat ;
Ecology ;
Swamps ;
Environmental impacts ;
Wildlife ;
Vegetation ;
Air quality ;
Stream flow ;
Water quality ;
Humus ;
Surface water runoff ;
Evapotranspiration ;
Soil erosion ;
Agriculture ;
Mulches ;
Wetlands ;
Best management practices ;
Habitats ;
Northern Region(United States)
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| Internet Access |
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| Holdings |
| Library |
Call Number |
Additional Info |
Location |
Last
Modified |
Checkout
Status |
| EJAM WTD |
QH541.5.M3C295 |
Wetlands Collection,2 cys |
Region 3 Library/Philadelphia, PA |
10/01/2014 |
| NTIS |
PB82-130766 |
Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. |
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07/26/2022 |
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| Collation |
61 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. |
| Abstract |
Small-scale dry peat mining operations are having a significant environmental impact on inland bogs and fens in certain regions of the northern United States. Peat is a valuable nonrenewable resource for horticultural and agricultural purposes, and the demand for this resource increases each year. Current dry mining methods can destroy the wetland values of small bogs and fens. This report characterizes the hydrology, water chemistry, vegetation, wildlife utilization, air quality, and nonconsumptive use values of inland bogs and fens to better understand the ecological significance and value of these wetlands. Numerous environmental impacts are associated with the various stages of peat mining. These potential impacts are identified and best management practices are recommended for the mitigation of adverse effects resulting from mining activities. |
| Notes |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 58-60). "28 Jul 81." "PB82-130766." Photocopy. |
| Place Published |
Washington, D.C. |
| Corporate Au Added Ent |
United States. Environmental Protection Agency. |
| PUB Date Free Form |
1981. |
| BIB Level |
m |
| Cataloging Source |
OCLC/T |
| OCLC Time Stamp |
19970424144225 |
| Language |
eng |
| Origin |
OCLC |
| Type |
MERGE |
| OCLC Rec Leader |
00940nam 2200265Ia 45020 |
