On land that is not forested we can gauge the amount of rain that soaks in or infiltrates the landscape, as well the amount of rain that will run off and erode the soil, with the appropriate amount of vegetative cover.
1.2% rainfall will soak in at 5% vegetative cover
1.5% rainfall will soak in at 15% vegetative cover
1.7% rainfall will soak in at 25% vegetative cover
2.4% rainfall will soak in at 35% vegetative cover
If we cover these areas with 65-70% vegetation we can totally prevent soil loss and erosion. Wheat grass is a wise and sustainable starting point.
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Torrie
Another thing to consider is the coefficient of the surface the water is infiltrating?
Also what about perc rate depending on what soil consists of? (Clay content, sand, etc.)
Where are these figures coming from?
Just looking to understand the specifics, I do understand the general concept.
Thanks for sharing –
Torrie
Torrie
Another thing to consider is the coefficient of the surface the water is infiltrating?
Also what about perc rate depending on what soil consists of? (Clay content, sand, etc.)
Where are these figures coming from?
Just looking to understand the specifics, I do understand the general concept.
Thanks for sharing –
Torrie