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<br />3. Wildlife Values <br />Page 9 fF240 <br />Habitat values, when the site is in excellent condition, are high <br />for elk, small mammals, and blue grouse, while values are medium <br />for antelope and mule deer. As the ecological condition begins to <br />deteriorate values for elk will decrease while values for all other <br />species will not significantly change. Continued regression of the <br />site will decrease habitat values for all species of wildlife. A <br />decline to poor ecological condition will initiate severe erosion <br />on steeper slopes and result in extremely low wildlife for the <br />site. <br />4. Hvdroloaical Interpretations <br />Sails in this site are grouped into "D" hydrologic group, as <br />outlined in the "Soils of Colorado Loss Factors and Erodibility <br />Hydrologic Groupings 1983: handbook. Field investigations are <br />needed to determine hydrologic cover conditions and hydrologic <br />curve numbers. The hydrologic curve number for Group D soils <br />is about 80 when hydrologic conditions are good as shown in <br />"Peak Flows in Colorado" handbook. <br />Refer to SCS National Engineering Handbook, Section 4, to determine <br />runoff quantities from the curves. <br />5. Recreation and Natural Beauty <br />This site has many fortis and shrubs that bloom from spring to early <br />summer which are aesthetically pleasing. The park-like aspect <br />created by the scattered evergreen trees add to the aesthetics of <br />the site and increase the recreational values associated with <br />camping and hiking. Hunting for mule deer, elk, and antelope is <br />generally good to excellent on this site. <br />6. Endangered Plants and Animals <br />No endangered or threatened species have been identified. Species <br />names to be included as reliable information becomes available. <br />7. Counties in Which this Ranoe Site Occurs: <br />Fremont <br />Park <br />Teller <br /> <br />t .~ <br />