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  1. Amending Soils with Lime or Gypsum (NRCS 333)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/amending-soils-lime-or-gypsum-nrcs-333

    The use of lime and gypsum as soil amendments can enhance crop production. The two types of ... material provide different outcomes in the soil profile which are important to differentiate to know when ... and where to best utilize these products. Lime, also known as agricultural limestone, neutralizes soil ...

  2. Nutrient Management Plan (NRCS 590)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/nutrient-management-plan-nrcs-590

    conservation concerns related to nitrogen, phosphorus, and soil erosion. A nutrient management plan should be ... management plan should: match the nutrient needs of the crop with soil-available nutrients. It should ... the plan should attempt to limit soluble nutrients left in the soil at the end of the growing season. ...

  3. Blind Inlet (NRCS 620)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/blind-inlet-nrcs-620

    soils. A blind inlet can be installed any place where a tile riser is recommended, or where drainage in ... depressional areas is causing a problem. Water that flows through a blind inlet filters first through soil and ... management is encouraged for this practice to minimize soil disturbance and maximize its lifespan. Once ...

  4. Subsurface Drainage (NRCS 606)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/subsurface-drainage-nrcs-606

    drained soils and/or high water tables. In Ohio, subsurface drainage is primarily used in fields with ... poorly drained soils and where there are seasonal high water tables or periodic saturated conditions ... a profit on the capital investment in subsurface drainage. Most of the water in soil pores is held in the ...

  5. Waste Storage Facility/Waste Treatment Lagoon (NRCS 313, 359)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/waste-storage-facilitywaste-treatment-lagoon-nrcs-313-359

    by-products in order to maximize their use as soil amendments in an environmentally safe manner. Waste ... as soil, water, air, plants, and animals. The soils, geology, and topography are suitable for ...     Listing of Ohio State University Extension Offices by County Listing of Soil and Water Conservation ...

  6. Critical Area Planting (NRCS 342)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/critical-area-planting-nrcs-342

    expected high rates of soil erosion by wind or water. Stabilize stream and channel banks, pond and other ... https://agri.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/oda/divisions/soil-and-water-conservation/find-a-local-swcd   NRCS  https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/oh/contact/local/ Questions, concerns or ...

  7. Grassed Waterways (NRCS 412)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/grassed-waterways-nrcs-412

    runoff. It reduces soil erosion and sediments. Sediment reduction is mainly the result of decreased ... A grassed waterway might qualify as a Conservation Works of Improvement to conserve soil resources, and to ... control and prevent soil erosion, flood prevention, and the conservation, development, utilization, and ...

  8. Stream Bank Stabilization (NRCS 580)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/stream-bank-stabilization-nrcs-580

    shorelines of lakes, reservoirs, or estuaries to reduce erosion. Methods used include soil bioengineering and ... Streambank stabilization. Credit: FABE, The Ohio State University. Soil bioengineering measures include: live ... measures is to prevent or reduce soil erosion associated with mass bank failures and scour of streambanks ...

  9. Restored Wetlands (NRCS 657)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/restored-wetlands-nrcs-657

    to natural wetland sites with hydric soils. This practice is applicable only where the natural ... buffers for additional filtering of pollutants. Considerations Upon completion, the site shall meet soil ... community. Soil Considerations Add amendments or mechanical tillage, as appropriate, to promote native ...

  10. Roofs and Covers/Roof Runoff Structures (NRCS 367 & 558)

    https://agbmps.osu.edu/bmp/roofs-and-coversroof-runoff-structures-nrcs-367-558

    excluding roof runoff from contaminated areas Protect a structure foundation from water damage or soil ... Listing of Ohio State University Extension Offices by County Listing of Soil and Water Conservation ...

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