Analysis of stream types in Klamath Network parks based on physical habitat and chemical characters

A comprehensive analysis of stream types across five Klamath Network parks, including Redwood National and State Parks, reveals distinct groupings based on physical habitat and chemical characteristics. Using multivariate exploratory analyses and Similarity Profile methods, streams were categorized into eight metric categories such as channel morphology, habitat complexity, large woody debris, riparian characters, slope and sinuosity, stream substrate, water chemistry, and water quality. The study identified statistically significant similarities among streams within and across parks, suggesting shared stressors and management practices. This foundational work paves the way for future analyses incorporating biological data to support trend reports.

Dinger, E. (2024). Analysis of stream types in Klamath Network parks based on physical habitat and chemical characters (, Ed.). National Park Service. https://doi.org/10.36967/2306085