Bottomland «Original - CHOICE»

These forests act as filters, reducing sediment and absorbing nutrients/pollutants.

Restoring or managing bottomland requires understanding that hydrology is the driving force. Restoration/Reforestation Steps A Guide to Bottomland Hardwood Restoration bottomland

Primarily located in the Southeastern and South Central US, particularly the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley. These forests act as filters, reducing sediment and

They act as buffers, absorbing the energy of floods and protecting surrounding areas. These forests act as filters

They possess rich, fertile sediments with high water-holding capacity. 3. Management and Restoration Strategies