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Living on Karst

A Reference Guide for Landowners in Limestone Regions
Produced by the Cave Conservancy of the Virginias

June 1997, Carol Zokaites, editor



picture of karst topography

 


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

The Reason for this Guide

Karst and Groundwater Protection

What is Karst?

Pollution and Protection of Karst Wells and Springs

Water Well Tips

Sinkhole Management

Defining Pollution

Erosion and Sediment Control

The Problem with Stormwater Runoff

Reducing Runoff Pollution in Karst Areas

Pature Land or Grassland Management

Erosion and Runoff in the Home Landscape

Pesticides on the Home and Farm

Fertilizers and Nutrients

Septic System Maintenance Tips

The Forest Landowner and Water Quality

Household Wastes

The Wise Use of Water

Helpful Hints for the Cave Landowner/Cave Protection Options Available to Landowners

References Used in this Publication


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Living on Karst Table of Contents

Karst Activities

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