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What is the minimum width of an undisturbed buffer zone for trout waters?
What is the minimum width of an undisturbed buffer zone for trout waters?
- 25 feet (correct)
- 100 feet
- 50 feet
- 10 feet
For trout waters, the undisturbed buffer zone aims to confine visible sediment to what percentage?
For trout waters, the undisturbed buffer zone aims to confine visible sediment to what percentage?
- First 50%
- First 75%
- First 10%
- First 25% (correct)
Which is considered effective for protecting water quality?
Which is considered effective for protecting water quality?
- Undisturbed buffer zones (correct)
- Grading activity
- Sedimentation
- None of the above
For lakes and watercourses, where should visible sediment be collected?
For lakes and watercourses, where should visible sediment be collected?
What is the primary purpose of a buffer zone near a stream?
What is the primary purpose of a buffer zone near a stream?
What is the minimum buffer zone width if visible sediment cannot be contained in the first 25%?
What is the minimum buffer zone width if visible sediment cannot be contained in the first 25%?
What kind of waters benefit from undisturbed buffer zones?
What kind of waters benefit from undisturbed buffer zones?
When grading activity occurs near trout waters, what is a key consideration for the buffer zone?
When grading activity occurs near trout waters, what is a key consideration for the buffer zone?
How does an undisturbed buffer zone help protect water quality?
How does an undisturbed buffer zone help protect water quality?
For lakes and watercourses, what happens if no visible sediment collects within the first 25% of the buffer?
For lakes and watercourses, what happens if no visible sediment collects within the first 25% of the buffer?
What is the primary pollutant that buffer zones are designed to manage?
What is the primary pollutant that buffer zones are designed to manage?
When grading activity is near trout waters, what width is chosen for an undisturbed buffer zone?
When grading activity is near trout waters, what width is chosen for an undisturbed buffer zone?
In the lake or watercourse setting, what happens if sediment extends beyond the first 25% of the buffer?
In the lake or watercourse setting, what happens if sediment extends beyond the first 25% of the buffer?
What is a consequence of not having an adequate buffer zone?
What is a consequence of not having an adequate buffer zone?
What is the potential impact of grading activity without a buffer zone?
What is the potential impact of grading activity without a buffer zone?
Which feature helps to protect water quality for lakes or watercourses?
Which feature helps to protect water quality for lakes or watercourses?
What does "confine visible sediment" mean in the context of buffer zones?
What does "confine visible sediment" mean in the context of buffer zones?
What does a buffer zone typically consist of?
What does a buffer zone typically consist of?
What are some circumstances that require there must be no minimum width for an undisturbed buffer zone?
What are some circumstances that require there must be no minimum width for an undisturbed buffer zone?
What could happen if grading activity is close to a watercourse without a buffer zone?
What could happen if grading activity is close to a watercourse without a buffer zone?
Flashcards
Trout Water Buffer Zone Width
Trout Water Buffer Zone Width
The minimum buffer width for trout waters is 25 feet or confine visible sediment to the first 25% of the buffer zone between grading activity and trout waters, whichever is greater.
Lake or Watercourse Sediment Control
Lake or Watercourse Sediment Control
For lakes or watercourses, aim to confine visible sediment to the first 25% of the buffer.
