Published:
September 1, 1993
Originator:
Chesapeake Bay Program

A survey program was developed to assess the problem within the tidal portion of the Bay. This program has generally continued on an annual basis since the initial survey in 1984. The fact that this survey does not presently include the freshwater, non-tidal portions of the Basin should not be construed to mean that submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) in these areas has less resource value. The current annual survey will remain in the tidal portions of the Bay unless research demonstrates a need to survey the non-tidal areas. SAV is a key living resource component of the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries, justifying continued research, monitoring, protection and restoration activities.

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