Primarily located in the Southeastern and South Central US, particularly the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley.
They act as buffers, absorbing the energy of floods and protecting surrounding areas.
Restoring or managing bottomland requires understanding that hydrology is the driving force. Restoration/Reforestation Steps A Guide to Bottomland Hardwood Restoration
This guide provides an overview of , focusing on their ecology, management, and restoration, based on guidelines from the USDA Forest Service and state extension services . 1. What is a Bottomland?
They possess rich, fertile sediments with high water-holding capacity. 3. Management and Restoration Strategies
These forests act as filters, reducing sediment and absorbing nutrients/pollutants.
