Land Use, Change, and Forecasting
Land Use, Change, and Forecasting
Human activities and their associated impact on the landscape have significantly affected the condition of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. The USGS monitors land-cover change and simulates potential future development to help partners reduce the effects on water quality and habitats and to protect critical lands.
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Human development leads to a decline in stream health
Changes in stream flow and pollution have altered plant, insect and fish communities across the nation.