Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions
Ecosystem Service Logic Model

Salt Marsh Restoration

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Winding salt marsh credit iStock user elan7t50

Salt marsh restoration techniques in the Gulf of Mexico consist of constructing dikes to isolate an area and pumping in sediment, planting new native vegetation, or creating river diversions. River diversions, where water from rivers is diverted to flow through marsh areas, are most often used in Louisiana but have also been used in Texas and are normally considered a long-term restoration. These interventions typically create conditions for native salt marsh vegetation to reestablish. Planting new vegetation kick starts this process and provides a layer of redundancy when paired with one of the other restoration actions.

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Cultural Values - Other (R)

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Economic Activity - Finfish/Shellfish Harvest (R)

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Economic Activity - Restoration/Intervention (R)

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Human Health - Mental Health & Psychological Well-Being (R)

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Property Protection & Value - Property Protection (Erosion) (R)

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Property Protection & Value - Property Value (R)

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Social Cost of Greenhouse Gas Emissions (R)

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Human Health - Seafood Associated Disease (R)

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Human Health - Skin and Respiratory Effects of Toxin Exposure (R)