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The wind erosion problem in the Great Plains

1954; American Geophysical Union; Volume: 35; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1029/tr035i002p00252

2379-6723

A. W. Zingg,

Coastal and Marine Dynamics

This is a review paper summarizing briefly current knowledge and philosophies relative to the wind erosion problem in the Great Plains area of the United States. The principal types of wind erosion experienced by the area are identified as “selective erosion” and “mass removal.” Present and historical aspects of the problem are outlined. An equation expressing the regimen of soil removed by wind tunnel tests for variations of vegetative cover on soils of different structure and surface roughness is presented. Climatic variation and chance occurrence of adverse combinations of climatic factors are cited as fundamental to the problem. The principles involved and methods used for abatement of the problem are discussed. The needs for climatic, soil, crop, tillage, and erosion control practice research for the development of adequate wind erosion control measures or practices are cited.