Natural Resource Condition Assessment: Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument: Natural Resource Report NPS/UCBN/NRR?2012/599

This Natural Resource Condition Assessment (NRCA) report and accompanying geodatabase is designed to give HAFO resource managers a better understanding of current natural resource conditions within and adjacent to the Monument. Assessments were accomplished through literature review, evaluating existing data, and collection of new data for areas where sufficient, reliable data was not available. Information gained from this assessment will help form the basis for development of actions to mitigate degradation of HAFO’s natural resources and assist in the development of desired future conditions through Park management processes. Additionally, an overall description of HAFO natural resources and their history, condition, threats, and stressors are presented throughout this document followed by a summary and management recommendations. All management practices structured toward attaining Proper Functioning Conditions within natural ecosystems will aid NPS resource managers in accomplishing their goals of conservation for future generations.