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Wetland hydrology
Primary indicators

inundation | saturation within 12 inches of surface | water marks | drift lines
sediment deposits | drainage pattern
 
Inundation
One of the most obvious indicators, inundation can occur to varying degrees. Recent weather conditions and seasonal conditions can contribute to the appearance of inundation.

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