An Overview of Potential Methods for Maintaining Training Area Environments in Arid and Semi-Arid Climates
Abstract
The available land base on which the Army can effectively train troops remains relatively constant, while the mechanization and mobility of units training in the field are increasing. The resulting intensity of training is placing enormous pressure on the training area environments; this could reduce the effectiveness of training because of a reduction in the realistic training atmosphere of the areas. This increased stress on the land has required the lands manager to seek improved methods of maintaining training areas. This report presents a general overview of several techniques and types of equipment that can be used for land maintenance in the arid and semi-arid regions of the United States. This material is intended to give the land manager a generic view of the various methods and to provide preliminary information useful for developing techniques for maintaining training areas. The advantages and disadvantages of each technique or piece of equipment are discussed. The information in this report will allow users to develop a land maintenance field- testing program at the local level. A checklist is provided to help the manager acquire the information needed to begin a stronger maintenance program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA130075
Entities
People
- Lynn A. Engelman
- Robert S. Baran
- Robin G. Goettel
- William D. Severinghaus
Organizations
- Construction Engineering Research Laboratory