Lowland and riparian forest | Adaptation Workbook

Diverse forested wetlands are found in depressions and low-lying areas, along waterways, and in floodplains. Dominant species may include ash, red or silver maple, swamp white oak, sycamore, American elm, and river birch.

Climate Impact Statements

Lowland and riparian forests may have limited tolerance to changes in precipitation and water tables.

Many tree species could tolerate limited increases in flooding and drought under climate change.

Many of the dominant tree species are projected to have similar or increased habitat, including American elm, eastern cottonwood, and silver maple.

Invasive species such as Japanese stiltgrass and buckthorn are expected to become more problematic under climate change.

Insect pests and forest diseases could become more problematic these forests under a warmer climate.

Vulnerability

Moderate

Adaptive Capacity

Moderate-High

Potential Impacts

Mixed

Applicable Sectors

Forest [FAR1]

Forest

Forested watershed

Forest Carbon Management

Recreation

Non-Forested Wetlands

Wildlife Management

Grassland

Test Sector