Definitions.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 7

The following definitions are applicable to this part: (1) Has a predominance of hydric soils; (2) Is inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a frequency and duration sufficient to support a prevalence of hydrophytic vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions; and (3) Supports a prevalence of such vegetation under normal circumstances. (1) Habitat for migratory birds and other wildlife, in particular at risk species; (2) Protection and improvement of water quality; (3) Attenuation of water flows due to flood; (4) The recharge of ground water; (5) Protection and enhancement of open space and aesthetic quality; (6) Protection of flora and fauna which contributes to the Nation's natural heritage; and (7) Contribution to educational and scientific scholarship. (1) The original vegetation community and hydrology are, to the extent practical, re-established; or (2) A community different from what likely existed prior to degradation of the site is established. The hydrology and native self-sustaining vegetation being established will substantially replace original habitat functions and values and does not involve more than 30 percent of the wetland restoration area.

official document · source cfr-2024 · id 7:§ 1467.3