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Soil Erosion on Logging Roads
Author(s) -
Trimble George R.,
Weitzman Sidney
Publication year - 1953
Publication title -
soil science society of america journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.836
H-Index - 168
eISSN - 1435-0661
pISSN - 0361-5995
DOI - 10.2136/sssaj1953.03615995001700020018x
Subject(s) - skid (aerodynamics) , logging , environmental science , erosion , hydrology (agriculture) , drainage , forest road , soil loss , geotechnical engineering , geology , forestry , engineering , geography , geomorphology , mechanical engineering , ecology , biology
In rugged mountainous country, skid roads used in logging operations cause serious erosion. To determine the important factors in skid‐road erosion, and to find ways to reduce this erosion, sample skid roads were studied before, during, and after experimental logging operations on the Fernow Experimental Forest in West Virginia. Erosion was related to grade, length of slope, intensity of use, soil, vegetation, and climatic factors. Degree of erosion was determined for different skid‐road conditions. Measures for reducing erosion are recommended for use in locating, constructing, using, and maintaining skid roads. Drainage measures such as diversion ditches and water bars are essential. Spacings for water bars are recommended for different grades.