The
Southern
Appalachian
Assessment

Summary Report

Report
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This report summarizes four technical reports that document the findings of the Southern Appalachian Assessment. They are the Aquatic, Atmospheric, Social/Cultural/Economic, and Terrestrial technical reports.

The Southern Appalachian Assessment was accomplished through the cooperation of federal and state natural resource agency specialists. This page displays the logos of the agencies involved. The strong emphasis placed on working together toward a common goal is increasingly recognized as essential to effective government operation. Teamwork has strengthened our interagency understanding and communication. With the assessment as a framework for future action, government policy and management can become more consistent and better coordinated.

The assessment employs the latest technology in geographic information systems and computer communication. These tools make the information more useful to analysts and decision-makers. They should also facilitate future networking and information sharing among government agencies, educators, and the public.

The Southern Appalachian Man and the Biosphere (SAMAB) Cooperative

US Forest Service