The Wetland Evaluation Technique (WET): A Technique for Assessing Wetland Functions and Values

Abstract

This technical note provides a brief overview or a technique for assessing functions and values of wetlands. The Wetland Evaluation Technique (WET) version 2.0 (Adamus et-al. 1987) represents a revision of a technique developed for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) (Adamus 1983). WET is intended to address regulatory and environmental planning needs for multifunction assessment of wetland areas. It consists of documentation to implement the technique and software to aid in data analysis.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA382276

Entities

People

  • Ellis J. Clairain Jr.
  • R. D. Smith

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Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Analysis
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Protection
  • Groundwater
  • Habitats
  • Natural Resources
  • Water
  • Water Quality
  • Water Resources
  • Waterways
  • Wildlife
  • Wildlife Management

Readers

  • Software Engineering
  • Wetland-Land-Environmental Management.