The Minnesota Wetland Evaluation Methodology for the North Central United States (for Microcomputers)
Abstract
The art of evaluating the functions and values of wetlands is relatively new. Traditionally wetlands have been recognized for their value as wildlife habitat. However, since the mid-1970's, other wetland functions and values (e.g., floodwater storage, water quality improvement) have become increasingly important in the wetland evaluation decision-making process. The purpose of this wetland evaluation methodology is to provide a standard procedure to assist the professional in rapidly evaluating the many functions, values, and characteristics of wetlands. The computer program has been designed as a menu-driven program. It leads the user through each section and performs the more sophisticated mathematical calculations. A math co-processor chip is required to compute the inflow-outflow hydrographs for the flood flows section. The software is written in the Fortran language for use on an IBM PC or compatible machine using MS DOS operating system. Keywords: Software; Wetlands; Evaluation; Flood control; Methodology; Diskette reports.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 03, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA205474
Entities
Organizations
- St. Paul District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers