Canyon Bottom (Riparian) 18-22" p.z.
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Description
This is the state the riparian ESD is currently in. This is due to the cessation of water flow through the site after the building of Lower Lake Mary dam.
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Description
This state is due to the cessation of water flowing through the site. This area is not surrounded by limestone cliffs and has quickly converted to a semi-riparian or an upland site.
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