The results of marine tidal invasion of marshes with high organic soil content are 

 predictable. Early symptoms of the process are detectable. Remedial measures can be 

 taken. 



8. This study confirms the obvious-the larger the cross-sectional area of a canal, the greater 

 the inflow and outflow of tidal water and the greater the potential for erosion. 



ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 



This paper has resulted from work done on behalf of private owners of wetlands in their efforts 

 toward conservation management. 



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