
Gravelly Hartville Uplift
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State 1
Reference State



Description
The Reference State (1.0) represents the best estimate of the natural range of variability that dominated the dynamics of the Gravelly HU ecological site prior to European settlement. This site, in the Reference State, is dominated by warm-season grasses, cool-season grass, and grass-like species. Forbs are common and diverse. Shrubs species vary depending on precipitation and slope aspect, but yucca is present in almost all locations. Ponderosa pine and Rocky Mountain juniper may occur in limited numbers on this site. Grazing and drought are the major drivers between plant communities.
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