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Causes of Soil Compaction

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University Outreach Publication

In order to understand and visualize soil compaction more completely, the underlying causes must be appreciated. Soil compaction is primarily caused by construction and development activities, utility installation, infrastructure use and maintenance, and concentrated animal, pedestrian, and vehicle traffic.  Below are listed individual components of how soil is compacted.

(FOR00-006) July 2000

Authors
Kim D. Coder
Date Published
2000
Publisher
University of Georgia School of Forest Resources
Publisher Location
Athens, GA
Pages
3
Sub-Topics
Abiotic Factors, Critical Root Zone (CRZ), Equipment, Landscape Design, Maintenance Specifications, Soil Health, Stress & Stressors, Diagnosis and Treatment
State(s)/Region(s)
International
Keywords
Compaction, Soil compaction

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