Use in Determining State of System: The procedure is well suited to identify changes of 

 state and the reasons for site progression (aggradation/degradation). 



Relation to Other Procedures: The procedure makes use of other nationally or internation- 

 ally recognized procedures, such as the National Soil Handbook. It is conceptually similar to 

 others in recognizing a potential or climax plant community and successional stages or 

 commimities. 



Automated Data Processing: Several levels of data processing assistance are available for 

 the procedure. 



Limitations and Assumptions: Use of this procedure is limited by the extent of knowledge 

 of similar sites and by the expertise of the users. Experienced personnel are required to 

 correctly identify site potential. The end produa of the procedure is a very useful docimient 

 for management. 



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