Preliminary Investigation of Snow Accumulation and Melting in Forested and Cut-over Areas of the Crowsnest Forest

TitlePreliminary Investigation of Snow Accumulation and Melting in Forested and Cut-over Areas of the Crowsnest Forest
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference1966
AuthorsStanton, C. R.
Conference Name34th Annual Western Snow Conference
Series TitleProceedings of the 34th Annual Western Snow Conference
Date PublishedApril 1966
PublisherWestern Snow Conference
Conference LocationSeattle, Washington
KeywordsForest cutting, Forest management snow accumulation, Snow accumulation, Snowmelt
Abstract

An analysis of the effects of vegetation changes on water yield from block-cut and un-cut timber areas. Snow accumulation and water content are measured by snow survey course and standard sampling procedures. Courses were strategically located as to cut and un-cut areas on different slopes, aspect and altitude. An attempt is made to establish a pattern of snow accumulation and melting in adjacent cut-over areas and un-cut areas with regard to aspect. Details of methods are explained and the data collected are analyzed in the summary of tables and graphs.

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