Appendix Tables

FCCS Reference Fuelbed Descriptions

See FCCS Fuelbed ID Fields table for definitions of ID fields. Download all fuelbeds (.zip of XML files).

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IDfuelbed_numberfuelbed_namefuelbed_descriptionfile_nameveg_formchange_agentcond_classecoregionscover_typesdownload_link
10Bare GroundBlank fuelbedFB_0000_FCCS.xmlFB_0000_FCCS.xml
21Black cottonwood-Douglas-fir-quaking aspen forestMixed forests such as these are composed of black cottonwood with other conifer and hardwood species, found along rivers and floodplains throughout the Pacific Northwest. Conifers can include Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, grand fir, Engelmann spruce, and other species. Hardwoods can consist of various species of cottonwood, aspen, alder, maple, or birch.FB_0001_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 203: Riparian woodland
SAF 222: Black cottonwood-willow
SAF 235: Cottonwood-willow
FB_0001_FCCS.xml
32Western hemlock-western redcedar-Douglas-fir forestThis is an example of old-growth forests found in the temperate coastal ranges west of the Cascade Range in Oregon and Washington. Douglas-fir is often dominant with codominant western hemlock and western redcedar.FB_0002_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 224: Western hemlock
SAF 227: Western redcedar-western hemlock
SAF 228: Western redcedar
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0002_FCCS.xml
43Douglas-fir forestThis Douglas-fir forest fuelbed of the Pacific Northwest was clearcut 50 years previously and the second-growth stand was precommercially thinned 1 to 3 years previously.FB_0003_FCCS.xmlSlashThinning (thin from below)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-firFB_0003_FCCS.xml
54Douglas-fir/ceanothus forestThis dry Douglas-fir forest fuelbed of the eastern Cascade Range was clearcut and burned 15 to 20 years previously, resulting in a ceanothus brushland. This forest type occurs at mid-elevations in the Cascade Range and northern U.S. Rocky Mountains.FB_0004_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-firFB_0004_FCCS.xml
65Douglas-fir-white fir forestForests composed of white fir, Douglas-fir, and other conifers are located in the southern Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada. These are cool forests of moderate to high elevation (3,000 to 5,000 feet) which characterize mid-seral conditions. This fuelbed represents forests between 80 and 120 years old.FB_0005_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
FB_0005_FCCS.xml
76Oregon white oak-Douglas-fir forestOregon white oak forests are found in the inland valleys of southeastern Vancouver Island through western Washington, western Oregon, and northern California. In the absence of fire throughout the 20th century, Douglas-fir invaded most pure oak stands. The Douglas-fir trees in this fuelbed were selectively thinned less than 5 years previously.FB_0006_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestSelection Cut (thin large diameter)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 233: Oregon white oakFB_0006_FCCS.xml
87Douglas-fir-sugar pine-tanoak forestMixed forests dominated by Douglas-fir, sugar pine, and tanoak are common mid-elevation forests of the west slopes of the northern Sierra Nevada and coastal Pacific Northwest.FB_0007_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 234: Douglas-fir-tanoak-Pacific madrone
SAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed conifer
FB_0007_FCCS.xml
98Western hemlock-Douglas-fir-western redcedar/vine maple forestOld-growth Douglas-fir, western hemlock, and western redcedar forests are commonly associated with vine maple and other productive understory vegetation in mesic habitats. These forests are abundant on the west side of the Cascade Range in Washington and northern Oregon.FB_0008_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 228: Western redcedar
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0008_FCCS.xml
109Douglas-fir-western hemlock-western redcedar/vine maple forestDouglas-fir dominates second-growth mesic mixed-conifer forests of the west side of the Cascade Range in Washington and northern Oregon. This fuelbed represents stands that were clearcut 40 to 60 years previously.FB_0009_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClearcutClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 228: Western redcedar
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0009_FCCS.xml
1110Western hemlock-Douglas-fir-Sitka spruce forestThis fuelbed represents forests on the Pacific Northwest coast, from southern Oregon to British Columbia. Moist to wet conditions support large old-growth Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, and western hemlock.FB_0010_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 223: Sitka spruce
SAF 224: Western hemlock
SAF 225: Western hemlock-Sitka spruce
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0010_FCCS.xml
1211Douglas-fir/western hemlock-Sitka spruce forestMoist to wet conditions along the Pacific Northwest coast, from southern Oregon to British Columbia, support very large Douglas-fir, western hemlock, and Sitka spruce. This fuelbed represents stands that were clearcut 40 to 60 years previously.FB_0011_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClearcutClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: MarineSAF 223: Sitka spruce
SAF 224: Western hemlock
SAF 225: Western hemlock-Sitka spruce
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0011_FCCS.xml
1312Red fir-mountain hemlock-lodgepole pine-western white pine forestThis fuelbed represents upper montane forests on the west side of the northern Sierra Nevada, composed of a mix of mountain hemlock, red fir, white pine, and lodgepole pine.FB_0012_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low260: MediterraneanSAF 205: Mountain hemlock
SAF 256: California mixed subalpine
FB_0012_FCCS.xml
1413Mountain hemlock-Pacific silver fir forestPacific silver fir and mountain hemlock are common associates at high elevations in montane and subalpine forests along the western slopes of the Cascade Range. These forests are typically cool and moist. A wildfire occurred 35 years previously in this fuelbed, and the recovering stand is currently dominated by mountain hemlock.FB_0013_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 205: Mountain hemlock
SAF 226: Coastal true fir-hemlock
FB_0013_FCCS.xml
1514California black oak woodlandPure stands of California black oak are found in the foothills and shallow soils of low mountains in California and southwestern Oregon. California black oak woodlands are found only in pure stands when site conditions are unfavorable for conifers, or when these stands are maintained through thinning and prescribed fire.FB_0014_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low260: MediterraneanSAF 246: California black oakFB_0014_FCCS.xml
1615Jeffrey pine-red fir-white fir/greenleaf-snowbrush forestJeffrey pine-dominated mixed conifer forests are widespread at middle to upper elevations in the Sierra Nevada, are generally open, and contain a prominent shrub layer.FB_0015_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 247: Jeffrey pineFB_0015_FCCS.xml
1716Jeffrey pine-ponderosa pine-Douglas-fir-California black oak forestMixed forests of Jeffrey pine, ponderosa pine, and California black oak are common throughout the Sierra Nevada. These stands are maintained by periodic underburning. This fuelbed has not burned for more than 50 years, and has a midstory and understory dominated by shade-tolerant conifers such as white fir, Douglas-fir, and incense cedar.FB_0016_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed conifer
SAF 245: Pacific ponderosa pine
SAF 246: California black oak
SAF 247: Jeffrey pine
FB_0016_FCCS.xml
1817Red fir forestPure stands of red fir are widespread in the central and southern Sierra Nevada. These forests occur above white fir -- sugar pine communities at the upper edge of the lower montane, and are dominant in the upper montane. This fuelbed represents stands that are usually dense, with very little shrub and grass present.FB_0017_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low260: MediterraneanSAF 207: Red firFB_0017_FCCS.xml
1918Douglas-fir/oceanspray forestForests composed of mixed Douglas-fir and ponderosa pine occur in the U.S. Rocky Mountains and east of the Cascade Range. Fire exclusion and historic high-grade logging of mature ponderosa pine has favored dominance of the shade-tolerant Douglas-fir. This 80- to 250-year-old stand was treated with prescribed fire 5 years previously. This fuelbed was developed based on data from North Cascades National Park Complex.FB_0018_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-firFB_0018_FCCS.xml
2019White fir-giant sequoia-sugar pine forestGiant sequoia groves with other mixed conifers occur in the montane forests of the Sierra Nevada. Fire is essential to the continued vigor of these forests. Fire exclusion has caused live and dead fuel loadings to increase substantially. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.FB_0019_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high260: MediterraneanSAF 211: White fir
SAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed conifer
FB_0019_FCCS.xml
2120Western juniper/curl-leaf mountain mahogany woodlandMixed forest fuelbed located on dry, steep slopes, ridges, and subalpine areas of the west side of the Sierra Nevada. Western juniper occurs with various species such as Jeffrey pine, white fir, mountain mahogany, and ponderosa pine.FB_0020_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 238: Western juniperFB_0020_FCCS.xml
2221Young lodgepole pine forestLodgepole pine is often the seral species in montane forests of Washington, Oregon, and the U.S. Rocky Mountains. This fuelbed represents a 10-year old forest stand of lodgepole pine that replaced an older stand of lodgepole pine after a stand-replacing fire.FB_0021_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 218: Lodgepole pineFB_0021_FCCS.xml
2322Mature lodgepole pine forestMature stands of pure lodgepole pine occur in mid-montane forests of Washington, Oregon, and the U.S. Rocky Mountains. At maturity, these stands are usually dense and even aged. This fuelbed represents an 80-year old stand.FB_0022_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 218: Lodgepole pineFB_0022_FCCS.xml
2423Mature lodgepole pine forest with bark beetle damageLodgepole pine forests occur in montane forests throughout Washington, Oregon, and the U.S. Rocky Mountains. This fuelbed represents a stand over 80 years old that was attacked by bark beetles less than 5 years previously.FB_0023_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 218: Lodgepole pineFB_0023_FCCS.xml
2524Pacific ponderosa pine-Douglas-fir forestThis fuelbed is an example of a stand dominated by ponderosa pine occurring throughout the ponderosa pine zone of the Pacific Northwest and U.S. Rocky Mountains. Although Douglas-fir is commonly associated with these dry forests, fire exclusion, and high-grade logging have increased the ratio of Douglas-fir to ponderosa pine beyond historic levels.FB_0024_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 244: Pacific ponderosa pine-Douglas-fir
SAF 245: Pacific ponderosa pine
FB_0024_FCCS.xml
2625Pinyon-Utah juniper forestPinyon pine and juniper are common associates in the woodlands of the Southwest and are extensively distributed throughout the region. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0025_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 412: Juniper-pinyon woodland
FB_0025_FCCS.xml
2726Interior ponderosa pine-limber pine forestPonderosa pine forests of the interior western U.S. have changed dramatically within the past century of fire exclusion. Dense understories of pine and sclerophyllous shrubs exacerbate hazardous fuel conditions. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Bryce Canyon National Park.FB_0026_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate DesertSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pineFB_0026_FCCS.xml
2827Ponderosa pine-two needle pinyon-Utah juniper forestThis fuelbed represents transitional forests containing ponderosa pine, pinyon pine, and juniper that often occur on montane forest plateaus as an ecotone between interior ponderosa pine forests and pinyon-juniper forests of the Southwest. Utah juniper may be replaced by alligator juniper or other types of juniper in the south.FB_0027_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
SAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 504: Juniper-pinyon pine woodland
FB_0027_FCCS.xml
2928Ponderosa pine savannaFire exclusion has reduced the area of open ponderosa pine stands in native bunchgrass savannas. This fuelbed represents a savanna in which grazing has encouraged replacement of native bunchgrasses with range grasses.FB_0028_FCCS.xmlSavannaClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 110: Ponderosa pine - grassland
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0028_FCCS.xml
3029Interior ponderosa pine-Engelmann spruce-Douglas-fir forestPonderosa pine, Douglas-fir, and Engelmann spruce are common associates in the mixed conifer forests of the U.S. Rocky Mountains and the Southwest. Large diameter trees have been thinned in this fuelbed, and slash was left on site.FB_0029_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestSelection Cut (thin large diameter)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 206: Engelmann spruce-subalpine fir
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0029_FCCS.xml
3130Turbinella oak-alderleaf mountain mahogany shrublandThis fuelbed represents Arizona chaparral that exists on over 3 million acres of mid-elevation foothills, mountain slopes, and canyons in Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It usually occurs at elevations of 3,000 to 6,000 feet and borders oak woodlands, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and grasslands.FB_0030_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 503: Arizona chaparralFB_0030_FCCS.xml
3232Ponderosa pine/pinyon pine-Utah juniper forestTransitional forests containing ponderosa pine, pinyon pine, and juniper often occur on montane forest plateaus as an ecotone between interior ponderosa pine forests and pinyon-juniper forests of the Southwest. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Lake Mead National Recreation Area.FB_0032_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high310: Tropical/Subtropical SteppeSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
SAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 504: Juniper-pinyon pine woodland
FB_0032_FCCS.xml
3333Gambel oak/big sagebrush shrubland - 20-40 years post wildfireGambel oak and sagebrush are often codominants in the shrublands of the southern and central U.S. Rocky Mountains of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah. The shrublands are maintained through wildfire. This shrubland fuelbed burned 20 to 40 years previously.FB_0033_FCCS.xmlShrublandWildfireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 413: Gambel oakFB_0033_FCCS.xml
3434Interior Douglas-fir-interior ponderosa pine/gambel oak forestThis fuelbed represents mixed Douglas-fir and ponderosa pine conifer forests of the Southwest. Fire exclusion has created hazardous fuel conditions.FB_0034_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0034_FCCS.xml
3536California live oak-blue oak woodlandThis fuelbed represents woodlands and savannas in California coastal, inland valleys, and Sierra Nevada foothills.FB_0036_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high260: MediterraneanSRM 201: Blue oak woodland
SRM 202: Coast live oak woodland
SAF 255: California coast live oak
FB_0036_FCCS.xml
3637Ponderosa pine-Jeffrey pine forestMature conifer forest of the Sierra Nevada composed of mixed long-needle pines. Fire exclusion in this fuelbed has increased trees such as Douglas-fir, white fir, and incense cedar in the understory.FB_0037_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high260: MediterraneanSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
SAF 247: Jeffrey pine
FB_0037_FCCS.xml
3738Douglas-fir-madrone-tanoak forestThis fuelbed represents mature mixed evergreen forests dominated by Douglas-fir, tanoak, and madrone occurring along the Pacific coast from southern Oregon to California at low to moderate elevations (sea level to 4,500 feet).FB_0038_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 234: Douglas-fir-tanoak-Pacific madroneFB_0038_FCCS.xml
3839Sugar pine-Douglas-fir-oak forestMixed conifer forests with oak midstories are found primarily in the Sierra Nevada, interior coast ranges of Mendocino and Lake counties of California, Klamath Mountains, and the southern Cascade Range. This stand is typical of dry, exposed sites on moderate to steep slopes. Fire scarring and charred bark are evidence that this forest has experienced frequent low severity fires.FB_0039_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed conifer
SAF 244: Pacific ponderosa pine-Douglas-fir
FB_0039_FCCS.xml
3940Tobosa-grama grassland invaded by shrubs & annual grassesTobosa and grama grasslands are common in the Chihuahuan semidesert of the Southwest. These grasslands were originally dominated by bunchgrasses, but with fire exclusion and grazing, may be invaded by annual grasses, shrubs, pinyon pine, and juniper. This fuelbed represents grasslands that have been invaded by shrubs and annual grasses.FB_0040_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 505: Grama-tobosa shrubFB_0040_FCCS.xml
4041Idaho fescue-bluebunch wheatgrass grasslandPerennial bunchgrass communities used to be more frequent in the Pacific Northwest than they are now. They are being lost due to development, grazing, and the absence of fire. This grassland fuelbed occurs in the Wallowa Mountains and Blue Mountains.FB_0041_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
SAF 233: Oregon white oak
SRM 304: Idaho fescue-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 613: Fescue grassland
FB_0041_FCCS.xml
4142Quaking aspen/Engelmann spruce forestQuaking aspen forests with mixed conifer understories are common in the U.S. Rocky Mountains and other Western ranges. Quaking aspens occur in nearly pure stands as the seral community after fire, but in some locations are eventually replaced by mixed conifers through fire exclusion.FB_0042_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 217: Aspen (western)
SRM 411: Aspen woodland
FB_0042_FCCS.xml
4243Arizona white-gray-Emory oak woodlandArid Southwestern evergreen oak woodlands can be composed of many species of oaks, depending on elevation. Lower elevations can include Mexican blue oak (Quercus oblongifolia), and higher elevations can include silverleaf oak (Q. hypoleucoides). This mid-elevation mature forest fuelbed consists of Emory oak (Q. emoryi), Arizona white oak (Q. arizonia), and gray oak (Q. grisea). Various pinyon and juniper species are also common subcomponents of this forest type. This forest type has been subject to grazing and fire exclusion for the past 100 years.FB_0043_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 241: Western live oak
SRM 509: Oak-juniper woodland and mahogany-oak
FB_0043_FCCS.xml
4344Scrub oak chaparral shrublandSouthern California scrub oak chaparral covers over 300,000 acres in the San Bernardino Mountains and along the coast. It is found at elevations of 2,700 to 5,100 feet, where it intersperses with mixed evergreen forest. Chaparral is heavily influenced by fire, which brings the system to an early successional status This fuelbed is a mature scrub oak chaparral type over 50 years old.FB_0044_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low260: Mediterranean
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 207: Scrub oak mixed chaparralFB_0044_FCCS.xml
4445Madrean pine-oak forestMadrean mixed pine and oak forests extend north from Mexico to the southern part of New Mexico and Arizona. These forests can be composed of many species of pines and oaks such as Chihuahua pine (Pinus leiophylla), Apache pine (P. engelmannii), southwestern white pine (P. strobiformis), border pinyon (P. discolor), silverleaf oak (Quercus hypoleucoides), netleaf oak (Q. rugosa), Emory oak (Q. emoryi), Arizona white oak (Q. arizonica) and gray oak (Q. grisea). There can also be a subcomponent of juniper, Douglas-fir, and ponderosa pine in these stands. Pine-oak forests occur at elevations between 5,500 and 7,500 feet. This mature stand is about 100 years old, and fire has been excluded for the past 50 years.FB_0045_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 241: Western live oak
SRM 509: Oak-juniper woodland and mahogany-oak
FB_0045_FCCS.xml
4546Chamise chaparral shrublandThis chaparral type is mostly restricted to coastal mountain areas south from San Diego County north to interior Mendocino County in California, covering more than 1.5 million acres. At lower elevations, chamise (Adenostoma fasciculatum) is found with coastal sage shrubs. At higher elevations, chamise is codominant with arctostaphylos or ceanothus or both.FB_0046_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSRM 206: Chamise chaparralFB_0046_FCCS.xml
4647Redwood-tanoak forestCoastal redwood occurs with mixed conifers at low elevations in forests of coastal northern California. These forests historically experienced frequent low severity wildfires, as is evident from the numerous fire scars and charred bark on coast redwood trees.FB_0047_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 232: RedwoodFB_0047_FCCS.xml
4748Douglas-fir-tanoak-madrone-bay forestMixed hardwood stands of tanoak, California bay, and Pacific madrone are found in mesic sites scattered throughout the southern and coastal mountains of California. These stands are usually dominated by Douglas-fir in the overstory.FB_0048_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low260: MediterraneanSAF 234: Douglas-fir-tanoak-Pacific madroneFB_0048_FCCS.xml
4849Creosote bush shrublandCreosote bush (Larrea tridentata) dominates scrublands in the Mojave, Sonoran, and Chihuahuan deserts throughout the Southwest. Each desert community has a unique shrub and herbaceous component that accompanies creosote bush, and many have a cactus component as well. Historically, these desert communities burned very infrequently due to low fuel presence. Due to fire exclusion and heavy grazing, they are now invading surrounding grasslands or are being invaded by nonnative grasses that change the fire regime. This is a regional fuelbed that spans all 3 desert types.FB_0049_FCCS.xmlShrublandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSRM 211: Creosote bush shrub
SRM 506: Creosotebush-bursage
FB_0049_FCCS.xml
4951Coastal sage shrublandCoastal sage scrub is a California chaparral community of low stature. It is found along the Pacific coast from Monterey Bay to Baja California, although much has been lost to agriculture and urban development. Coastal sage scrub is seral to chaparral and maintained by fire.FB_0051_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSRM 205: Coastal sage shrubFB_0051_FCCS.xml
5052Douglas-fir-Pacific ponderosa pine/oceanspray forestDry Douglas-fir dominated mixed conifer forests with shrub understories are located in the U.S. Rocky Mountains and northeastern Cascade Range in the dry Douglas-fir zone. Pacific ponderosa pine is a common codominant in this forest type; however, fire exclusion has reduced the presence of the less shade-tolerant ponderosa pine. This fuelbed was developed based on data from the North Cascades National Park Service Complex.FB_0052_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: MarineSAF 210: Interior Douglas-firFB_0052_FCCS.xml
5153Pacific ponderosa pine forestOpen stands of ponderosa pine are fire-dependent forests of the Cascade Range, Sierra Nevada, and U.S. Rocky Mountains. Dense thickets of ponderosa pine are common due to fire exclusion. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.FB_0053_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 110: Ponderosa pine - grassland
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0053_FCCS.xml
5254Douglas-fir-white fir-ponderosa pine forestDouglas-fir and ponderosa pine are typically codominant in the montane zone of the U.S. Rocky Mountains and the Southwest. Ponderosa pine tends to dominate the lower and drier sites, and Douglas-fir the higher and wetter sites. Fire exclusion has increased the density of shade-tolerant trees such as white fir. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0054_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0054_FCCS.xml
5355Western juniper/sagebrush savannaWestern juniper savannas are transitional between ponderosa pine forests and sagebrush steppe in eastern Oregon and throughout the Great Basin. Fire exclusion has resulted in juniper encroachment into bordering sagebrush steppe. This fuelbed was developed based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0055_FCCS.xmlSavannaFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 107: Western juniper-big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrassFB_0055_FCCS.xml
5456Sagebrush shrubland - exotic speciesSagebrush steppe occurs throughout the Great Basin. Sagebrush densities have increased and native bunchgrass densities have decreased due to fire exclusion. In this sagebrush steppe in eastern Oregon, overgrazing and cultivation have also facilitated establishment of nonnative annual grasses. This fuelbed was developed based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0056_FCCS.xmlShrublandClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 315: Big sagebrush-Idaho fescue
SRM 401: Basin big sagebrush
SRM 402: Mountain big sagebrush
SRM 403: Wyoming big sagebrush
FB_0056_FCCS.xml
5557Wheatgrass-cheatgrass grasslandNative bunchgrass once dominated the Great Basin. Overgrazing, agriculture and other disturbances have significantly altered these grasslands, which are now dominated by nonnative grass species. This fuelbed was developed based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0057_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
FB_0057_FCCS.xml
5658Western juniper/sagebrush savanna - post prescribed burnJuniper savannas are transitional between ponderosa pine forests and sagebrush steppe in eastern Oregon and throughout the Great Basin. Fire exclusion has resulted in juniper encroachment into bordering sagebrush steppe. This stand was prescribed burned 2 years previously to reduce juniper density. This fuelbed was developed based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0058_FCCS.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 107: Western juniper-big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SAF 238: Western juniper
FB_0058_FCCS.xml
5759Subalpine fir-Engelmann spruce-Douglas-fir-lodgepole pine forestSubalpine fir, Engelmann spruce and lodgepole pine are common in montane forests of Washington, Oregon, and the U.S. Rocky Mountains. This forest type is cool and moist, in a transition zone between the montane mixed conifer forests below and the subalpine forests above.FB_0059_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 206: Engelmann spruce-subalpine firFB_0059_FCCS.xml
5860Sagebrush shrubland - post prescribed burnSagebrush steppe occurs throughout the Great Basin. Sagebrush densities have increased and native bunchgrass densities have decreased due to fire exclusion. In this sagebrush steppe in eastern Oregon, overgrazing and cultivation have also encouraged invasion of nonnative annual grasses. This area was prescribed burned 2 years previously to reduce sagebrush densities and potentially stimulate native bunchgrass recovery (although this has not yet occurred). This fuelbed was developed based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0060_FCCS.xmlShrublandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 315: Big sagebrush-Idaho fescue
SRM 401: Basin big sagebrush
SRM 402: Mountain big sagebrush
SRM 403: Wyoming big sagebrush
FB_0060_FCCS.xml
5961Whitebark pine/subalpine fir forestWhitebark pine stands occur at high elevation in Washington, Oregon and the U.S. Rocky Mountains. Whitebark pine is often the seral and dominant tree species in more xeric regions, along with subalpine fir and mountain hemlock. This mature forest (100 to 300 years) contains subalpine fir and whitebark pine. In this stand, many whitebark pine are dead due to white pine blister rust.FB_0061_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 208: Whitebark pineFB_0061_FCCS.xml
6062Huckleberry-heather shrublands - 7 years post wildfireSubalpine meadows of the Pacific Northwest are commonly dominated by mountain huckleberry and heather. Huckleberry is dominant for 7 to 9 years after disturbances such as fires or avalanches, and may be maintained indefinitely on harsh sites. There was a wildfire on this site 7 years earlier.FB_0062_FCCS.xmlShrublandWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 209: Montane shrubland
SRM 216: Montane meadows
FB_0062_FCCS.xml
6163Showy sedge-alpine black sedge grasslandMontane meadows in the subalpine are often dominated by sedges, grasses, and herbaceous species for up to 100 years after disturbances. Sedges may persist indefinitely in areas above tree line in mountain ranges of the West. These meadows are typically cold and wet, and have a short growing season.FB_0063_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 914: Mesic sedge-grass-herb meadow tundra
FB_0063_FCCS.xml
6265Tussock grass-oatgrass grasslandCoastal prairie grasslands are fire dependent and found on coastal terraces of California, from Monterey to the Oregon border. Over the past 150 years, these prairies have been extensively invaded by nonnative annual grasses due to competition, grazing, cultivation and fire exclusion. These grasslands host a wide diversity of grass and forb species, and local distributions may not be represented by this fuelbed.FB_0065_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSRM 214: Coastal prairieFB_0065_FCCS.xml
6366Bluebunch wheatgrass-bluegrass grasslandPrairie grasslands occur throughout the Midwest. This prairie is a mixed-grass prairie that is transitional between short and tall grass prairies in South Dakota. Historically, fire occurred at intervals of less than 35 years.FB_0066_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 301: Bluebunch wheatgrass-blue grama
SRM 310: Needle-and-thread - blue grama
SRM 606: Wheatgrass-bluestem-needlegrass
FB_0066_FCCS.xml
6467Interior ponderosa pine-Douglas-fir forestMixed Douglas-fir and ponderosa pine conifer forests of the northern U.S. Rocky Mountains. Fire exclusion has created elevated levels of hazardous fuels.FB_0067_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0067_FCCS.xml
6569Western juniper/sagebrush-bitterbrush shrublandThis eastern Oregon site has a mix of sagebrush (Artemesia spp.) and bitterbrush (Purshia tridentata) with scattered western juniper. Fire exclusion has resulted in western juniper encroachment into the sagebrush assemblage. Sagebrush shrublands are widespread throughout the Great Basin, with juniper woodlands above them in elevation and grasslands below.FB_0069_FCCS.xmlShrublandFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: Mediterranean
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 238: Western juniper
SRM 107: Western juniper-big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 210: Bitterbrush
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 401: Basin big sagebrush
FB_0069_FCCS.xml
6670Subalpine fir-lodgepole pine-whitebark pine-Engelmann spruce forestThis fuelbed represents subalpine fir, lodgepole pine, whitebark pine, and Engelmann spruce forests found throughout the Rocky Mountains in the U.S., and in the Columbia Mountains and Interior Plateau in Canada. This forest assemblage is usually found above 6,000 feet.FB_0070_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 206: Engelmann spruce-subalpine fir
SAF 215: Western white pine
SAF 218: Lodgepole pine
FB_0070_FCCS.xml
6771Ohia/Florida hopbush-kupaoa forestOhia is the sole tree in this dry broadleaf woodland of the Hawaiian submontane zone. Understories consisting of mixed microphyllous shrubs and grasses are common in this woodland. Ohia woodlands are widely distributed throughout Hawaii at elevations between 1,000 and 4,000 feet.FB_0071_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0071_FCCS.xml
6872Ohia/uluhe forestOhia rainforests with uluhe (Dicranopteris linearis) climbing fern understories, are typically open with thick, tall mats of uluhe. These rainforests occur at elevations between 1,500 and 4,400 feet. Although wildfires are uncommon in the rainforests of Hawaii, they can occur in uluhe fern-dominated sites after several weeks of drought.FB_0072_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0072_FCCS.xml
6973Koa/pukiawe forestKoa-dominated evergreen broadleaf montane seasonal forest with pukiawe (Styphelia tameiameiae) shrub and several nonnative grasses in the understory occur throughout the Hawaiian Islands at elevations between 4,000 and 6,000 feet.FB_0073_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0073_FCCS.xml
7074Mamani-naio savannaMamani- and naio-dominated lowland forests and woodlands with microphyllous shrub understory occur in the subalpine zones throughout the Hawaiian Islands.FB_0074_FCCS.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0074_FCCS.xml
7175Slash pine/New Caledonia pine forestThis fuelbed is a plantation of slash pine with New Caledonia pine in the understory, found in Hawaii.FB_0075_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0075_FCCS.xml
7276Slash pine/molasses grass forestThis fuelbed is a plantation of slash pine with molasses grass (Melinus minutiflora) in the understory, planted on the dry uplands of Hawaii.FB_0076_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0076_FCCS.xml
7377Eucalyptus plantation forestThis fuelbed represents the eucalyptus plantations common in Hawaii.FB_0077_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0077_FCCS.xml
7478Florida hopbush-Mauna Loa beggarticks shrublandThis fuelbed represents shrublands of Florida hopbush (Dodonaea viscosa) and other microphyllous shrubs occurring from near sea level into the subalpine zones of Hawaii.FB_0078_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0078_FCCS.xml
7579Pili grass-broomsedge bluestem grasslandPili grass (Heteropogon contours) is a vigorous native bunchgrass of the Hawaiian coastal lowlands. This fuelbed represents a Pili grassland that contains nonnative grasses such as broomsedge bluestem.FB_0079_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0079_FCCS.xml
7680Fountain grass grasslandThis fuelbed represents Hawaiian grasslands invaded by fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum). This nonnative bunchgrass is particularly invasive on the leeward side of the islands below 4,000 feet.FB_0080_FCCS.xmlGrasslandIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high420: RainforestFB_0080_FCCS.xml
7781Pukiawe/Columbia bluestem grasslandThis fuelbed represents nonnative grasslands dominated by Colombian bluestem (Schizachyrium condensatum) with scattered pukiawe (Styphelia tameiameiae) and other microphyllous shrubs that occur in the Hawaiian lowlands.FB_0081_FCCS.xmlGrasslandIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0081_FCCS.xml
7882White leadtree/Guinea grass shrublandThis Hawaiian shrubland fuelbed is dominated by white leadtree (Leucaena leucocephala) and other mixed microphyllous shrubs with a dense herbaceous layer composed of the exotic bunchgrass Guinea grass (Urochloa maxima).FB_0082_FCCS.xmlShrublandIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0082_FCCS.xml
7983Molasses grass grassland - invaded by exotic speciesThis Hawaiian submontane grassland fuelbed is dominated by molasses grass (Melinis minutiflora), a nonnative sodgrass. Molasses grass is found in dry and mesic environments from sea level to 4,500 feet throughout the Hawaiian Islands.FB_0083_FCCS.xmlGrasslandIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high420: RainforestFB_0083_FCCS.xml
8084Ohia/Broomsedge bluestem savanna - invaded by exotic speciesBroomsedge bluestem (Andropogon virginicus) is a nonnative fine bunchgrass that has invaded the grasslands of Hawaii. It is the dominant grass species in this savanna fuelbed with scattered ohia trees.FB_0084_FCCS.xmlSavannaIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high420: RainforestFB_0084_FCCS.xml
8185Black spruce/lichen forestBlack spruce woodland fuelbed with a lichen and feathermoss forest floor, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on cold, well-drained uplands in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the black spruce woodland of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0085_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0085_FCCS.xml
8286Black spruce/feathermoss woodlandBlack spruce woodland fuelbed with a feathermoss forest floor, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on floodplains and uplands in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the black spruce woodland of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0086_FCCS.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0086_FCCS.xml
8387Black spruce/feathermoss forestBlack spruce forest fuelbed with a feathermoss forest floor, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on floodplains and uplands in interior and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed black spruce forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0087_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0087_FCCS.xml
8488Black spruce/sphagnum moss forestBlack spruce woodland fuelbed with a sphagnum moss forest floor, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on cold, wet sites, often near tree line, in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the black spruce dwarf tree woodland of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0088_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0088_FCCS.xml
8589Black spruce/cottonsedge woodlandBlack spruce woodland fuelbed with a cottongrass (Eriophorum spp.) tussock understory, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on cold, wet sites, often near tree line, in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the black spruce dwarf tree woodland of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0089_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0089_FCCS.xml
8690White oak-northern red oak forestWhite oak and northern red oak dominated forest in the Midwest. Occurs on dry-mesic sites with flat to rolling topography throughout the central and northcentral eastern U.S. (generally at elevations below 1,100 feet). Other canopy components can include black hickory, shagbark hickory, maples, and other Midwest oaks such as bur oak and pin oak depending on geographic location. This fuelbed represents stands greater than 50 years old.FB_0090_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SAF 53: White oak
SAF 55: Northern red oak
FB_0090_FCCS.xml
8791White spruce/prickly rose forestWhite spruce forest with a prickly rose (Rosa acicularis) understory and a feathermoss forest floor, between 100 and 200 years old. Found on floodplains in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the open white spruce forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0091_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruceFB_0091_FCCS.xml
8892Quaking aspen-paper birch-white spruce-black spruce forestQuaking aspen and paper birch forest undergoing succession to white and black spruce forest, between 50 and 100 years old. Found on floodplains and uplands in interior and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed spruce-paper birch-quaking aspen forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0092_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruce
SAF 251: White spruce-aspen
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 253: Black spruce-white spruce
SAF 254: Black spruce-paper birch
FB_0092_FCCS.xml
8993Paper birch-quaking aspen forestPaper birch and quaking aspen forest, between 25 and 75 years old. Found on uplands in interior and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed paper birch -- quaking aspen forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0093_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 252: Paper birch
SAF 217: Aspen (western)
FB_0093_FCCS.xml
9094Balsam poplar-quaking aspen forestBalsam poplar and quaking aspen forest, between 25 and 100 years old. Found on floodplains in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed quaking aspen -- balsam poplar forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0094_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 203: Balsam poplar
SAF 217: Aspen (western)
FB_0094_FCCS.xml
9195Willow-mountain alder shrublandWillow and alder shrubland. Found on floodplains and along streams and beaches throughout Alaska, and at transitions from forested to non-forested areas. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed tall alder -- willow shrub community of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0095_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 901: Alder (Alaska)
SRM 921: Willow
FB_0095_FCCS.xml
9297Cottongrass grasslandCottongrass (Eriophorum spp.) and sedge (Carex spp.) tussock tundra with low ericaceous shrubs, sphagnum moss, and lichens. Found over permafrost throughout much of Alaska, but primarily in northern and western Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the tussock tundra of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0097_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 918: Tussock tundraFB_0097_FCCS.xml
9398Marsh labrador tea-lingonberry tundra shrublandLow ericaceous shrub tundra dominated by Labrador tea (Ledum groenlandicum), lingonberry (Vaccinium vitus-idaea), and blueberry (Vaccinium spp.). Found on uplands in interior, western, and northern Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the Vaccinium dwarf shrub tundra of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0098_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 911: Lichen tundra
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceous
FB_0098_FCCS.xml
9499Bluejoint reedgrass grasslandBluejoint reedgrass (Calamagrostis canadensis) meadow. Found on nearly every type of topography throughout Alaska, with the exception of windswept alpine sites. This fuelbed is comparable to the bluejoint meadow of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0099_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 905: Bluejoint reedgrassFB_0099_FCCS.xml
95100Altai fescue grasslandGrassland dominated by medium height grasses such as fescue and hair grasses. Found on moist sites throughout Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the midgrass -- herb vegetation type of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0100_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 908: Fescue
SRM 910: Hairgrass
FB_0100_FCCS.xml
96101White spruce forestWhite spruce forest with a feathermoss forest floor, between 100 and 200 years old. Found on well-drained floodplains and uplands throughout Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed white spruce forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0101_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruceFB_0101_FCCS.xml
97102White spruce forest with beetle damageWhite spruce forest fuelbed with a feathermoss forest floor, between 100 and 200 years old. The larger white spruce (greater than 5 inches dbh) have recently been attacked by spruce bark beetles. Found on well-drained floodplains and uplands in southcentral Alaska.FB_0102_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruceFB_0102_FCCS.xml
98103White spruce-paper birch forestWhite spruce and paper birch forest undergoing succession to white spruce forest, with a feathermoss and birch litter forest floor. This stand is between 50 and 150 years old. Similar sites are found on well-drained floodplains and uplands throughout Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed spruce-paper birch forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0103_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruce
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 252: Paper birch
FB_0103_FCCS.xml
99104White spruce-paper birch forest with beetle damageWhite spruce and paper birch forest with a feathermoss and birch litter forest floor. This stand is between 50 and 150 years old. The larger white spruce (greater than 5 in. dbh) have recently been attacked by spruce bark beetles. Found on well-drained floodplains and uplands in southcentral Alaska.FB_0104_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruce
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 252: Paper birch
FB_0104_FCCS.xml
100105Paper birch-quaking aspen-white spruce forestPaper birch and quaking aspen forest undergoing succession to white spruce forest, between 50 and 100 years old. Found on floodplains and uplands in interior and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the closed spruce -- paper birch -- quaking aspen forest of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0105_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 201: White spruce
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 217: Aspen (western)
SAF 251: White spruce-aspen
SAF 252: Paper birch
FB_0105_FCCS.xml
101106Red spruce-balsam fir forest - post windthrowMature red spruce -- balsam fir forest after spruce budworm infestation 1 to 15 years previously. Generally occurs at elevations between 800 to 3,000 feet; elevation decreases with increases in latitude.FB_0106_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 33: Red spruce-balsam firFB_0106_FCCS.xml
102107Pitch pine/scrub oak forestWoodlands dominated by pitch pine on low elevation dry sites, often on sands or exposed ledges. Occurs along north Atlantic coastal plain north to midcoast Maine, west to central New York and south into the southern Appalachian Mountains to Virginia. In the northern end of its range, this type generally occurs lower than 1,700 in elevation, while farther south it occurs between 1,500 and 4,000 feet. This fuelbed was established after fire more than 50 years previously. The canopy may also contain other pine species depending on geographic location.FB_0107_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 45: Pitch pineFB_0107_FCCS.xml
103109Eastern white pine-northern red oak-red maple forestEastern white pine and northern red oak are dominant with red maple as a common canopy associate. Northern hardwood species such as beech, birch, ash, and sugar maple may also be present. This forest type extends through New England west and south along the Appalachian Mountains, typically lower than 3,000 feet in elevation. This fuelbed represents a forest from 50 to 100 years old.FB_0109_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 20: White pine-northern red oak-red mapleFB_0109_FCCS.xml
104110American beech-yellow birch-sugar maple forestNorthern hardwoods forest dominated by beech, birch, and sugar maple. One of the most common forests in north central to northeastern North America, generally occurring below 2,500 feet in elevation. This fuelbed may occur on former farm fields, around settled areas, or on industrial forestlands, and represents stands greater than 60 years old with a history of selective tree harvest.FB_0110_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestSelection Cut (thin large diameter)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 25: Sugar maple-beech-yellow birch
SAF 108: Red maple
SAF 19: Gray birch-red maple
FB_0110_FCCS.xml
105114Virginia pine-pitch pine-shortleaf pine forestDry pine forest, typically dominated by a mixture of Virginia pine, pitch pine, and shortleaf pine. The deciduous tree component increases with fire exclusion. This forest type is found primarily on upper slopes and ridgetops of the southern Appalachian Mountains up to 2,500 feet in elevation. This forest type can occur on xeric soils in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. This fuelbed represents stands from 40 to 80 years old.FB_0114_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 45: Pitch pine
SAF 75: Shortleaf pine
SAF 79: Virginia pine
FB_0114_FCCS.xml
106115Rhododendron-blueberry-mountain laurel shrublandHeath balds found on upper slopes and ridgetops generally above 3,500 feet in elevation in the southern Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee, North Carolina, Kentucky, Georgia, Virginia and potentially in Alabama, South Carolina, and West Virginia. This vegetation type can originate from small-scale disturbances such as landslides, windfall and localized fires, or can persist for many decades at higher elevations and on exposed rocky sites. Most examples of this shrubland are at least 100 years old.FB_0115_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
FB_0115_FCCS.xml
107120Oak-pine/mountain laurel forestPredominantly old-growth oak -- pine / mountain laurel forest throughout the Appalachian Mountains on ridges and slopes from 1,000 to 3,500 feet in elevation and characterized by a mixed oak and pine overstory with a very dense mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) shrub layer. This forest type, with a shortleaf pine component, also occurs in the Ouachita and Ozark mountains of the Midwest. Fire exclusion (50+ years) promotes dominance of oaks and other hardwoods.FB_0120_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 45: Pitch pine
SAF 76: Shortleaf pine-oak
SAF 78: Virginia pine-oak
FB_0120_FCCS.xml
108121Oak-pine/mountain laurel forest with beetle damagePredominantly old-growth oak -- pine / mountain laurel forest throughout the Appalachian Mountains on ridges and slopes from 1,000 to 3,500 feet in elevation and characterized by a mixed oak and pine overstory with a very dense mountain laurel shrub layer. The canopy pine component of this fuelbed has been reduced by southern pine beetle damage that occurred about 10 years previously.FB_0121_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 45: Pitch pine
SAF 76: Shortleaf pine-oak
SAF 78: Virginia pine-oak
FB_0121_FCCS.xml
109123White oak-northern red oak-black oak-hickory forestFound on dissected hills and valleys from about 300 to 600 feet in elevation. This fuelbed includes oak -- hickory forests in the central U.S. (Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and surrounding areas) and in the east from Georgia into New Hampshire. These forests are second growth and fire has been excluded for at least 40 to 50 years. Fire exclusion favors establishment of red maple and reduces oak regeneration.FB_0123_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oakFB_0123_FCCS.xml
110124Pitch pine-oak forestPitch pine- and oak-dominated forests on dry soils in the northeastern U.S. most commonly occur in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, but similar forests range north into Maine. This fuelbed represents stands greater than 60 years old.FB_0124_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 45: Pitch pineFB_0124_FCCS.xml
111125Oak-hickory-pine-eastern hemlock forestOak -- hickory -- pine -- eastern hemlock forest occur on dissected hills and valleys, from about 300 to 600 feet in elevation. Eastern hemlock occurs predominately in moist coves and along north-facing slopes while pine species occur on drier sites.FB_0125_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNone220: Hot ContinentalSAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oakFB_0125_FCCS.xml
112129Green ash-American elm forestThis fuelbed represents stands of 40- to 70-year-old bottomland hardwood forests dominated by green ash and American elm and other mixed hardwoods including oak species, black walnut, hackberry, sugarberry, and maples. Such forests occur throughout the southeastern and central U.S.FB_0129_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 93: Sugarberry-American elm-green ashFB_0129_FCCS.xml
113131Bluestem-Indian grass-switchgrass grasslandThis grassland fuelbed is a tallgrass prairie with low to moderate shrub cover and few if any trees present, and occurs throughout central North America. Encroaching trees can include oaks, juniper, elm, hackberry, cottonwood, or honey locust. Time since fire ranges from 1 to 10 years.FB_0131_FCCS.xmlGrasslandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0131_FCCS.xml
114133Tall fescue-foxtail-purple bluestem grasslandThis grassland fuelbed is found throughout central North America. It represents old pastures or agricultural fields that were converted from tallgrass prairie; the old fields are dominated by nonnative grasses. Recently abandoned fields (1-3 years) have few trees while older fields (3-15 years) generally have higher tree/shrub cover.FB_0133_FCCS.xmlSavannaClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 804: Tall fescueFB_0133_FCCS.xml
115134White oak-northern red oak-hickory forestOak -- hickory forests are found throughout the central and eastern U.S. This slash fuelbed represents 1- to 2-year-old clearcut oak -- hickory forests. The slash has leaves attached because harvest occurred during the growing season, and scattered trees are present.FB_0134_FCCS.xmlSlashClearcut210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oakFB_0134_FCCS.xml
116135Eastern redcedar-oak/bluestem savannaCedar glades and cedar -- hardwood woodlands characterized by open eastern redcedar overstory often with a bluestem-dominated herbaceous layer on thin soils over calcareous substrates. This fuelbed type occurs in Tennessee, Alabama, Missouri, and Arkansas. Scattered occurrences of similar vegetation are found on alkaline soils throughout the central and northeastern U.S.FB_0135_FCCS.xmlSavannaNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
SAF 46: Eastern redcedar
SRM 733: Juniper-oak
SRM 803: Missouri glade
FB_0135_FCCS.xml
117138Red pine-eastern white pine forestOld growth red and white pine forests are found throughout the upper Great Lakes States. Most forests of this type have undergone fire exclusion for 50+ years. Old growth forests in this area are highly susceptible to windthrow during severe thunderstorms. Similar forests occur in the Northeast.FB_0138_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 15: Red pine
SAF 21: Eastern white pine
FB_0138_FCCS.xml
118140Jack pine/black spruce forestLow elevation jack pine forests that are part of the southern boreal forest in Minnesota and Michigan. Jack pine dominates the overstory while black spruce dominates the midstory and understory. This fuelbed represents stands from 30 to 70 years old.FB_0140_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pineFB_0140_FCCS.xml
119142Quaking aspen-paper birch forestAspen and birch forest of the northern Great Lake States and adjacent Canadian provinces. Elevation ranges from 600 to 1,200 feet. This fuelbed represents stands less than 60 years old.FB_0142_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 16: Aspen (eastern)
SAF 18: Paper birch
FB_0142_FCCS.xml
120143Quaking aspen-paper birch-white spruce-balsam fir forestSouthern boreal mixed forest dominated by quaking aspen and paper birch with white spruce and balsam fir in the overstory and midstory. Black spruce, pines and other conifers are also possible canopy components. This forest type develops after clearcutting and stand replacing fires. Early seral forest is dominated by hardwoods, but over time spruce and fir become more important canopy components. This fuelbed represents stands from 20 to 70 years old.FB_0143_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 12: Black spruce
SAF 16: Aspen (eastern)
SAF 18: Paper birch
FB_0143_FCCS.xml
121146Mature jack pine forestDry jack pine forest found at low elevations throughout the northern Great Lake States on outwash soils and in the northeastern U.S. This fuelbed represents a mature forest, without fire for about 75 years.FB_0146_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pineFB_0146_FCCS.xml
122147Jack pine savannaOpen jack pine savanna occurs in the northern Great Lake States on dry soils.FB_0147_FCCS.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pineFB_0147_FCCS.xml
123148Young jack pine forestYoung jack pine forest occurs at low elevations throughout northern Great Lake States on outwash soils. This fuelbed represents a regenerating jack pine stand 15 years after fire.FB_0148_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pineFB_0148_FCCS.xml
124152Red pine-white pine forest - spruce budwormOld growth red pine -- white pine forest after severe windthrow. This fuelbed describes loadings 1-2 years after large windstorm events (such as the July 4, 1999 storm in Minnesota).FB_0152_FCCS.xmlSlashWindthrowClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 15: Red pine
SAF 21: Eastern white pine
FB_0152_FCCS.xml
125154Bur oak savannaOak woodlands or savannas bordering and occurring within prairie-dominated regions. These savannas are generally dominated by bur oak. This savanna type is maintained by fire and is found from South Dakota west into Wyoming, south into Oklahoma, and east into Missouri and Iowa. The structure of this fuelbed is fairly homogeneous, although canopy species, shrubs and herbaceous vegetation vary throughout this region. Fire exclusion has allowed encroachment of other oaks and mixed deciduous species.FB_0154_FCCS.xmlSavannaFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 42: Bur oak (eastern)
SAF 236: Bur oak (western)
SRM 801: Savanna
FB_0154_FCCS.xml
126155Red spruce-balsam fir forestMature red spruce -- balsam fir forest which generally occurs between 800 and 3,000 feet. Fire frequency has increased since European occupation. Red spruce -- balsam fir forests are susceptible to spruce budworm infestations. This fuelbed is described from a site that was clearcut for agricultural use and abandoned over 100 years previously.FB_0155_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 33: Red spruce-balsam firFB_0155_FCCS.xml
127156Slash pine plantation forestSlash pine forest planted after a clearcut harvest less than 45 years previously. Slash pine plantations are common throughout the Southeast coastal plain and southern Piedmont regions. This fuelbed represents a stand that was commercially thinned about 2 years previously with thinning slash present.FB_0156_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestThinning (thin from below)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 84: Slash pineFB_0156_FCCS.xml
128157Loblolly-shortleaf pine-mixed hardwood forestMaturing (>45 years old), second growth loblolly pine and shortleaf pine forests occurring throughout the interior of the Southeast coastal plain. Scattered slash pine and longleaf pine may be present. Longer intervals between disturbances (i.e., fires and logging) favor hardwood dominance.FB_0157_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNone230: SubtropicalSAF 80: Loblolly pine-shortleaf pineFB_0157_FCCS.xml
129158Loblolly-shortleaf pine-mixed hardwood forest with beetle damageMaturing (>45 years old), second growth loblolly and shortleaf pine forests occurring throughout the interior of the Southeast coastal plain. Various hardwood species are codominant in the canopy. This fuelbed represents a stand approximately 10-12 years after southern pine beetle infestation.FB_0158_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestInsects and Disease230: SubtropicalSAF 80: Loblolly pine-shortleaf pineFB_0158_FCCS.xml
130161Loblolly-slash pine plantationConservation Reserve Program (CRP) plantations found throughout the southeastern U.S. This description based on a 20-year-old CRP plantation on medium site index. Sparse shrub and herbaceous layers. This fuelbed based on loblolly pine, but slash pine is also planted in CRP plantations.FB_0161_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNone230: SubtropicalSAF 81: Loblolly pine
SAF 84: Slash pine
FB_0161_FCCS.xml
131162Loblolly-slash pine plantation - post thinConservation Reserve Program (CRP) plantations found throughout the southeastern U.S. This description based on a 20-year-old CRP plantation on medium site index commercially thinned 5 years previously. Sparse shrub and herbaceous layers. This fuelbed based on loblolly pine, but slash pine is also planted in CRP plantations.FB_0162_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestThinning (thin from below)230: SubtropicalSAF 81: Loblolly pine
SAF 84: Slash pine
FB_0162_FCCS.xml
132164Sand pine forestXeric sand pine scrub forests, 20 to 60 years old, occurring along the central ridge of Florida and coastal Alabama and Florida, with a relatively closed canopy dominated by sand pine with scrub oaks in the understory.FB_0164_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 69: Sand pineFB_0164_FCCS.xml
133165Longleaf pine/three-awned grass-pitcher plant savanna - managed with prescribed fireMesic to wet savannas with very open, scattered longleaf pine over a diverse herbaceous layer dominated by grasses and many forb species, 2-3 years after prescribed fire. History of periodic prescribed fire maintains herbaceous layer diversity by reducing cover native and nonative understory shrubs and trees.FB_0165_FCCS.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0165_FCCS.xml
134166Longleaf pine/three-awned grass-pitcher plant savanna - fire exclusionCanopy of longleaf pine with a sparse to very dense shrub layer and a diverse herbaceous layer. The small tree-shrub layer increases in cover with fire exclusion, generally occurring in patches rather than continuous strata; species include wax myrtle (Morella cerifera), sweetbay magnolia (Magnolia virginiana), titi (Cyrilla racemiflora), and gallberry (Ilex glabra). This description is typical of a site with more than 25 years of fire exclusion.FB_0166_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0166_FCCS.xml
135168Gallberry-fetterbush shrublandLow pocosins are an evergreen and deciduous shrub bog with a dense shrub stratum and a few emergent pond pines. Low pocosin is distinguished by organic soil (peat) depth of greater than 5 feet. The shrubs are from 5 to 10 feet tall. Low pocosin occurs on the coastal plain from Virginia to Florida but is mostly restricted to the outer coastal plain of North Carolina. Age ranges from 10 to 50 years since fire.FB_0168_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 98: Pond pineFB_0168_FCCS.xml
136170Pond pine/gallberry-fetterbush shrublandHigh pocosin shrublands range from Virginia south to Florida on the coastal plain. High pocosin is an evergreen and deciduous shrub bog with emergent trees over a dense shrub understory on organic soils (peat) less than 5 feet deep. The canopy stratum is dominated by pond pine and loblolly bay. Age ranges from 20 to 60 years since fire.FB_0170_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 98: Pond pineFB_0170_FCCS.xml
137173Live oak/sea oats savannaCoastal dune savanna with live oak over diverse assemblage of dune grasses and forbs and salt tolerant shrubs. The degree of canopy and shrub cover varies widely depending on proximity to coast and level of protection by foredunes. Occurs on dry sandy soils near the southern Atlantic and Gulf coasts. In some parts of the range, pines may also occur as scattered individuals in the canopy.FB_0173_FCCS.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 89: Live oak
SRM 723: Sea oats
FB_0173_FCCS.xml
138174Live oak-sabal palm forestMaritime forests found principally on the lee sides of dunes throughout the southern Atlantic and Gulf Coastal plains in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Alabama. The area closer to the coast may be wind-pruned, but further inland trees are more protected and reach normal heights.FB_0174_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 74: Cabbage palmetto
SRM 816: Cabbage palm hammocks
SRM 817: Oak hammocks
FB_0174_FCCS.xml
139175Smooth cordgrass-black needlerush grasslandTidal marsh vegetation occurring on the Atlantic coast from Maine to northeastern Florida and along the Gulf Coast to Texas dominated by smooth cordgrass (Spartina alterniflora) and black needlerush (Juncus roemerianus).FB_0175_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SRM 806: Gulf coast salt marsh
SRM 818: Florida salt marsh
FB_0175_FCCS.xml
140176Smooth cordgrass-black needlerush grassland invaded by common reedCommon reed (Phragmites australis) invasion of a black needlerush and smooth cordgrass southern marsh. Invasion by common reed often results from changes in hydrology, particularly reductions of tidal energy and salinity (i.e., through dikes or tide gates), increases of sedimentation or by increased nutrient inputs. This fuelbed is most common in the north and mid-Atlantic States, but is increasing in the Gulf States as well. Invasion by common reed, a native weedy species, began 5 to 10 years previously.FB_0176_FCCS.xmlGrasslandIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSRM 818: Florida salt marshFB_0176_FCCS.xml
141178Loblolly-shortleaf pine forest - 10-15 years post clearcutDense, naturally regenerating, predominantly loblolly pine and shortleaf pine forest occurring throughout the interior of the southeastern coastal plain. Clearcut 10 to 15 years previously. Scattered slash pine and longleaf pine may be present, depending on geographic location. Various hardwood species may be co-dominant in the canopy.FB_0178_FCCS.xmlConifer Forest230: SubtropicalSAF 80: Loblolly pine-shortleaf pineFB_0178_FCCS.xml
142180Red maple-oak-hickory-sweetgum forestA 50- to 80-year-old upland red maple, oak, hickory, and sweetgum forest primarily in the Piedmont of the southeastern U.S. Larger canopy trees have been removed by logging at many locations in the last 50-75 years.FB_0180_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high230: SubtropicalSAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oak
SAF 53: White oak
FB_0180_FCCS.xml
143181Pond pine forestPond pine dominated woodland occurs in coastal areas of North Carolina and less frequently in Florida and South Carolina. This fuelbed represents 50- to 90-year old stands with somewhat open canopies.FB_0181_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNone230: SubtropicalSAF 98: Pond pineFB_0181_FCCS.xml
144182Longleaf pine-slash pine/saw palmetto-gallberry forest - fire exclusionLongleaf pine and slash pine forest occurring throughout the southeastern coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west to into Texas characterized by an overstory of longleaf pine and slash pine and a shrub layer dominated by saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) and/or gallberry (Ilex glabra). Saw palmetto is less important or not present in the Carolinas and Virginia. Fire exclusion for 30 or more years.FB_0182_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pineFB_0182_FCCS.xml
145183Loblolly-shortleaf pine forest - precommercial thinThis fuelbed describes a 10- to 15-year-old second growth forest, predominantly composed of loblolly and shortleaf pine, and occurring throughout the interior of the southeastern coastal plain. Scattered slash pine and longleaf pine may also be included, depending on geographic location. Various hardwood species may be co-dominant in the canopy. The dense, naturally-regenerating forest was precommercially thinned less than 1 year previously to reduce stocking. Thinning slash and shrubs are the primary fuels.FB_0183_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestThinning (thin from below)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 80: Loblolly pine-shortleaf pineFB_0183_FCCS.xml
146184Longleaf pine/turkey oak forest 20 yr postfireXeric longleaf pine -- turkey oak forests occurring throughout the Southeast coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west into Texas on well-drained soils, about 20 years after fire. Fire exclusion increases oak component and sand pine, slash pine, and loblolly pine. The typical lower canopy layer is dominated by turkey oak with other mixed oaks often including bluejack oak and sand live oak. Depending on geographic location, other oaks may occur as canopy associates.FB_0184_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 71: Longleaf pine-scrub oak
SRM 810: Longleaf pine-turkey oak hills
FB_0184_FCCS.xml
147185Longleaf pine/turkey oak forest 1-2 yr postfireXeric longleaf pine -- turkey oak forests occurring throughout the Southeast coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west into Texas on well-drained soils with a history of regular prescribed fire. This fuelbed represents a stand 1 to 2 years after prescribed fire.FB_0185_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 71: Longleaf pine-scrub oak
SRM 810: Longleaf pine-turkey oak hills
FB_0185_FCCS.xml
148186Turkey oak-bluejack oak forestOak scrub forest in dry pine -- oak forest regions throughout the Southeast coastal plain after long-term fire exclusion or removal of overstory pine species or as long-term dominant vegetation on xeric sites. Depending on the geographic location of the type, many oak species may occur, including blackjack oak, sand live oak, sand post oak, myrtle oak, Arkansas oak, post oak, and live oak.FB_0186_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SAF 71: Longleaf pine-scrub oak
SAF 72: Southern scrub oak
FB_0186_FCCS.xml
149187Longleaf pine/yaupon forestXeric longleaf pine forests, occurring throughout the Southeast coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west into Texas on well-drained soils, with mechanical reduction of midstory oaks less than 1 year previously. Fire exclusion favors sand pine, turkey oaks and other scrubby oaks. Restoration efforts often include sand pine and oak reduction through thinning or herbicides and prescribed burning.FB_0187_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestThinning (thin from below)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 71: Longleaf pine-scrub oak
SRM 810: Longleaf pine-turkey oak hills
FB_0187_FCCS.xml
150188Sand pine-oak forestXeric sand pine scrub forests occurring along the central ridge of Florida and coastal Florida and Alabama with a relatively closed canopy dominated by sand pine and a dense to somewhat open subcanopy of mixed scrub oaks. This fuelbed represents a forest that regenerated from fire around 70 years previously.FB_0188_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 69: Sand pine
SRM 808: Sand pine scrub
FB_0188_FCCS.xml
151189Sand pine-oak forest with sparse understoryXeric sand pine scrub forests occurring along the central ridge of Florida and coastal Florida and Alabama with an open overstory of sand pine and a dense subcanopy of mixed scrub oaks including myrtle oak, sand post oak, scrub oak, turkey oak, Chapman oak, and laurel oak. This fuelbed represents a 90- to 120-year old forest with a sparse overstory due to pine mortality.FB_0189_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestInsects and DiseaseClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 69: Sand pine
SRM 808: Sand pine scrub
FB_0189_FCCS.xml
152190Slash pine-longleaf pine/gallberry forestSlash pine, longleaf pine, and gallberry forest occurring throughout the southeastern coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west to into Texas. Characterized by a dense overstory of longleaf pine and slash pine and a dense shrub layer dominated by gallberry (Ilex glabra). Fire has been excluded for 40 or more years.FB_0190_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
FB_0190_FCCS.xml
153191Longleaf pine-slash pine/gallberry forest - managed with prescribed fireThis forest is found throughout the Southeast coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west to into Texas, and is characterized by an open overstory of longleaf pine with occasional slash pine. The shrub layer is moderate to very dense with clumps of gallberry (Ilex glabra). The herbaceous layer is sparse and dominated by wiregrasses (Aristida spp.) or bluestem (Andropogon spp.). Prescribed fire is used every 2-3 years to maintain an open structure and reduce shrub density.FB_0191_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pine
SAF 71: Longleaf pine-scrub oak
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
FB_0191_FCCS.xml
154196Loblolly pine/bluestem forestYoung loblolly pine plantation (2-10 years) in winter or spring with grasses fully cured (this fuelbed can be modified for other conditions by altering the percentage live in the nonwoody vegetation).FB_0196_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 81: Loblolly pineFB_0196_FCCS.xml
155203Sawgrass-Muhlenbergia grasslandTropical wet prairies of southern Florida dominated by sawgrass (Cladium mariscus ssp. jamaicense) and muhly grass (Muhlenbergia filipes). This fuelbed represents an intact wet prairie.FB_0203_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SRM 819: Freshwater marsh and pondsFB_0203_FCCS.xml
156208Grand fir-Douglas-fir forestMixed conifer forests dominated by grand fir occur in the northern Cascade Range and northern U.S. Rocky Mountains and usually occur at higher elevations in the mixed conifer zone and lower elevations of the subalpine zone. Grand fir is replaced by white fir in the southern Cascade Range, southern U.S. Rocky Mountains, and Sierra Nevada. This forest is over 200 years old.FB_0208_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 213: Grand fir
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
FB_0208_FCCS.xml
157210Pinyon-Utah juniper woodlandPinyon pine and juniper are common associates in the woodlands of the Great Basin. These woodlands have an extensive distribution throughout the Southwest and are especially well developed on mesas, plateaus, piedmonts, slopes and ridges from Colorado, Utah, Nevada, and southeastern California through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Utah juniper can be replaced by alligator juniper, Rocky Mountain juniper, one-seed juniper, or other juniper species in some sites.FB_0210_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 412: Juniper-pinyon woodland
FB_0210_FCCS.xml
158211Ponderosa pine forest - high densityInterior West ponderosa pine forest with dense thickets of ponderosa pine. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0211_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pineFB_0211_FCCS.xml
159212Ponderosa pine forest - post thinFire-excluded ponderosa pine forest has been selectively thinned to recreate an open stand of pine. Mistletoe-infested trees have been removed and the stand is prepared for prescribed burn treatment. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.FB_0212_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate SteppeSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pineFB_0212_FCCS.xml
160213Wheatgrass-cheatgrass grassland - post prescribed burnNative bunchgrass once dominated the Great Basin. Overgrazing, agriculture, and other disturbances have significantly altered these grasslands, which are now dominated by nonnative grass species. This fuelbed was developed for a grassland that was burned 2 years previously and is based on data from John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.FB_0213_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
SRM 302: Bluebunch wheatgrass-Sandberg bluegrass
FB_0213_FCCS.xml
161214Giant sequoia-white fir-sugar pine forestSequoia -- mixed conifer forests of the Sierra Nevada. This site was prescribed burned 10 years previously to reduce white fir establishment. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.FB_0214_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed coniferFB_0214_FCCS.xml
162215Douglas-fir-madrone/tanoak forestDry Douglas-fir forests with Pacific madrone and tanoak are common in the coastal Pacific Northwest from southern California to southern Oregon. A moderately severe wildfire burned through this forest 6 years previously. This fuelbed was developed based on data from the Silver Fire Recovery Project on the Galice Ranger District, Siskiyou National Forest.FB_0215_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestWildfire (ground)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 234: Douglas-fir-tanoak-Pacific madroneFB_0215_FCCS.xml
163216Gambel oak-bigtooth maple forestMixed forests of gambel oak with ponderosa pine, bigtooth maple, and other species occur in the intermountain West. Fire exclusion in this forest resulted in increased fuel loads. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0216_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 413: Gambel oakFB_0216_FCCS.xml
164217Gambel oak-bigtooth maple forest - post prescribed burnMixed forests of gambel oak with ponderosa pine, bigtooth maple and other species occur in the intermountain West. This fuelbed represents a gambel oak -- bigtooth maple forest that was prescribed burned 5 years previously to reduce hazardous fuel loads. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0217_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSRM 413: Gambel oakFB_0217_FCCS.xml
165218Gambel oak/big sagebrush shrublandGambel oak and sagebrush are often codominant in the shrublands of the southern and central Rocky Mountains of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah. The shrublands are maintained through wildfire. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0218_FCCS.xmlShrublandFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate DesertSRM 413: Gambel oakFB_0218_FCCS.xml
166219Ponderosa pine-white fir/quaking aspen forestSouthwestern montane mixed conifer forest dominated by white fir, Douglas-fir, Engelmann spruce, and ponderosa pine with a sparse understory. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0219_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0219_FCCS.xml
167220Ponderosa pine-white fir/quaking aspen forest - post prescribed burnSouthwestern montane mixed conifer forest dominated by white fir, Douglas-fir, Engelmann spruce, ponderosa pine and quaking aspen. Prescribed burned 2 years previously. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0220_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0220_FCCS.xml
168221Wheatgrass-ryegrass grasslandAgricultural field of nonnative annual grasses and forbs burned and replanted 10 years previously. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Whitman Mission National Historic Site.FB_0221_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrassFB_0221_FCCS.xml
169222Interior ponderosa pine forestThis interior West ponderosa pine forest exhibits dense thickets of pine due to fire exclusion. To reduce tree density and fuels, this stand was treated twice with prescribed fire, the second of which occurred 2 years previoiusly. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0222_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 110: Ponderosa pine - grassland
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0222_FCCS.xml
170223Douglas-fir-white fir-interior ponderosa pine forest - post wildfireA Southwest montane mixed conifer forest 2 years after wildfire. The remaining stand is dominated by white fir, Douglas-fir, Engelmann spruce, and ponderosa pine and has a high density of recently dead snags. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Grand Canyon National Park.FB_0223_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestWildfire (ground)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0223_FCCS.xml
171224Quaking aspen forestQuaking aspen forests are found throughout the intermountain West. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park and is dominated by quaking aspen with a small component of gambel oak, ponderosa pine, and white fir.FB_0224_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 217: Aspen (western)FB_0224_FCCS.xml
172225Quaking aspen forest - post prescribed burnThis quaking aspen forest was burned in a prescribed fire 2 years previously to reduce conifer encroachment and fuel buildup. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park and represents a forest in which fire has been excluded for over 50 years.FB_0225_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low340: Temperate DesertSAF 217: Aspen (western)FB_0225_FCCS.xml
173226White fir-gambel oak forestInterior West forest dominated by white fir and gambel oak. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park and represents a forest in which fire has been excluded for over 50 years.FB_0226_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 211: White fir
SRM 413: Gambel oak
FB_0226_FCCS.xml
174227White fir forestThis fuelbed represents a Southwest mixed conifer forest that was prescribed burned 5 years previously to reduce white fir density. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0227_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 211: White fir
SRM 413: Gambel oak
FB_0227_FCCS.xml
175228Interior ponderosa pine-limber pine forestSouthwestern montane mixed conifer forest dominated by ponderosa pine with dense understory of sclerophyllous shrubs and seedling trees. This fuelbed represents a forest that was prescribed burned 10 years previously to reduce hazardous fuels in a fire-excluded stand. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Bryce Canyon National Park.FB_0228_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pineFB_0228_FCCS.xml
176229Ponderosa pine/Utah juniper forestSouthwestern transitional pinyon -- juniper and ponderosa pine forest prescribed burned 5 years previously to reduce ponderosa pine densities to pre-settlement levels. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Lake Mead National Recreation Area.FB_0229_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical SteppeSAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
SAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
FB_0229_FCCS.xml
177230Pinyon-Utah juniper forest - post prescribed burnPinyon -- juniper woodlands of the Great Basin are found throughout the Southwest. This fuelbed represents a pinyon -- Utah juniper woodland 2 years after prescribed fire. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0230_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 412: Juniper-pinyon woodland
FB_0230_FCCS.xml
178231Gambel oak-Rocky Mountain juniper-ponderosa pine forestArid oak woodland composed of gambel oak, ponderosa pine, pinyon and juniper species. These forests are found from 6,000 to 9,000 feet in elevation in the Southwest, and are over 50 years old. Because of fire exclusion and grazing, the species composition in these forests has moved from an open gambel oak-dominated savanna to a more dense mixed conifer forest.FB_0231_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 220: Rocky Mountain juniper
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
SAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 413: Gambel oak
FB_0231_FCCS.xml
179232Mesquite savannaMesquite (Prosopis spp.) occurs in both shrub and tree form throughout the Southwest. In washes and riparian areas, it can grow 40 feet high. In dry areas, it usually grows in shrub form. Over the past century, mesquite density has greatly increased across range lands due to fire exclusion and seed dispersal by cattle, and is now a significant management concern for ranchers and farmers. This fuelbed represents a dense, dry-site mesquite shrubland developed through long-term grazing and fire exclusion.FB_0232_FCCS.xmlSavannaClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0232_FCCS.xml
180233Sagebrush shrublandSouthwest sagebrush steppe with increased density of sagebrush due to fire exclusion, creating hazardous fuel conditions. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0233_FCCS.xmlShrublandFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate DesertSRM 107: Western juniper-big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 315: Big sagebrush-Idaho fescue
SRM 402: Mountain big sagebrush
FB_0233_FCCS.xml
181234Sagebrush shrubland - post prescribed burnSouthwest sagebrush steppe prescribed burned 2 years previously to reduce density of sagebrush. This fuelbed was developed based on data from Zion National Park.FB_0234_FCCS.xmlShrublandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSRM 107: Western juniper-big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 315: Big sagebrush-Idaho fescue
SRM 402: Mountain big sagebrush
FB_0234_FCCS.xml
182235Idaho fescue-bluebunch wheatgrass grassland - postfirePerennial bunchgrass communities were previously more frequent in the Pacific Northwest. Development, grazing and the absence of fire have contributed to the decline of these assemblages. This grassland fuelbed occurs in the Wallowa Mountains and Blue Mountains, and was severely burned 5 years previously.FB_0235_FCCS.xmlGrasslandWildfire (ground)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
SAF 233: Oregon white oak
SRM 304: Idaho fescue-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 613: Fescue grassland
FB_0235_FCCS.xml
183236Tobosa-grama grasslandChihuahuan semi-desert grassland typically found in Southwest. Originally dominated by bunchgrasses but may be invaded by annual grasses, shrubs, pinyon pine, and juniper. This fuelbed represents the original condition without significant annual grass or shrub invasion.FB_0236_FCCS.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 505: Grama-tobosa shrubFB_0236_FCCS.xml
184237Huckleberry-heather shrublandSubalpine meadows of the Pacific Northwest are commonly dominated by huckleberry (Vaccinium) and heather. Huckleberry is dominant for 7 to 9 years after disturbances such as fire or avalanches, and may be maintained indefinitely on some sites. This fuelbed represents conditions after a longer time since disturbance and is dominated by heathers (Cassiope mertensiana and Phyllodoce spp.).FB_0237_FCCS.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SRM 209: Montane shrublandFB_0237_FCCS.xml
185238Pacific silver fir-mountain hemlock forestThis fuelbed represents mature Pacific silver fir and mountain hemlock forests occurring on cool, moist sites at high elevations in montane and subalpine forests along the western slopes of the Cascade Crest. Forests are open grown with dense understories of false azalea (Menziesia ferruginea), white-flowered rhododendron (Rhododendron albiflorum) and sedge species.FB_0238_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 205: Mountain hemlock
SAF 226: Coastal true fir-hemlock
FB_0238_FCCS.xml
186239Douglas-fir-sugar pine-tanoak forest - 6 years post wildfireMixed forests dominated by Douglas-fir, sugar pine and tanoak are common mid-elevation forests of the western slopes of the northern Sierra Nevada and coastal Pacific Northwest. This forest was moderately burned in a wildfire 6 years previously. This fuelbed was developed based on data from the Silver Fire Recovery Project in the Galice Ranger District, Siskiyou National Forest.FB_0239_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestWildfire (ground)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 234: Douglas-fir-tanoak-Pacific madrone
SAF 243: Sierra Nevada mixed conifer
FB_0239_FCCS.xml
187240Saw palmetto/three-awned grass shrublandDry to mesic shrublands dominated by saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) and mixed grasses typical of Florida flatwoods. This shrubland is maintained by periodic fire, but a similar vegetation composition can develop after logging in pine and palmetto flatwoods. Fire exclusion leads to denser saw palmetto and tree encroachment.FB_0240_FCCS.xmlShrublandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SRM 816: Cabbage palm hammocksFB_0240_FCCS.xml
188241Longleaf-loblolly pine forest with hurricane damageSixty-five year-old longleaf pine or loblolly pine forests damaged by windthrow associated with hurricanes along the southeastern Atlantic and Gulf coasts.FB_0241_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestWindthrowClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 70: Longleaf pine
SAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pine
SAF 81: Loblolly pine
FB_0241_FCCS.xml
189242Longleaf-loblolly pine forest with hurricane damage - post prescribed burnSixty-five year-old longleaf pine or loblolly pine forests damaged by windthrow associated with hurricanes along the southeastern Atlantic and Gulf coasts. This fuelbed was treated with prescribed headfires 6 months earlier in the spring to reduce fuel loadsFB_0242_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 70: Longleaf pine
SAF 81: Loblolly pine
SAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pine
FB_0242_FCCS.xml
190243Pitch pine/scrub oak shrublandShrubland dominated by pitch pine regeneration and shrubby oaks on dry sites, often on sands or exposed ledges. This fuelbed represents regeneration 5-10 years after severe wildfire in a pitch pine and scrub oak forest. Occurs along the Atlantic coastal plain in New Jersey north to midcoast Maine, west to central New York and south into the southern Appalachian Mountains to Virginia.FB_0243_FCCS.xmlShrublandWildfire (crown)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 45: Pitch pineFB_0243_FCCS.xml
191260Ohia/uluhe forest - 5 years post wildfireOhia rainforests with uluhe (Dicranopteris emarginata) climbing fern understories are typically open stands with thick, tall mats of uluhe. These rainforests occur at elevations of 1,500 to 4,400 feet. Although wildfires are uncommon in the rainforests of Hawaii, one did occur at this site 5 years previously after several weeks of drought.FB_0260_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestWildfire (ground)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0260_FCCS.xml
192261Pili grass-broomsedge bluestem grassland - 5 years post wildfirePili grass (Heteropogon contortus) is a fire stimulated native bunchgrass of the Hawaiian coastal lowlands that has endured both grazing and competition from broomsedge bluestem (Andropogon virginicus) and other nonnative grasses. This grassland burned in a low severity wildland fire 5 years previously.FB_0261_FCCS.xmlGrasslandWildfire (ground)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0261_FCCS.xml
193262Molasses grass grassland - 5 years post prescribed fireThis Hawaiian submontane grassland is dominated by the coarse nonnative sod grass molasses grass (Melinis minutiflora). It burned in a low severity fire 5 years previously.FB_0262_FCCS.xmlGrasslandWildfire (ground)Class 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high420: RainforestFB_0262_FCCS.xml
194263Ohia/broomsedge bluestem savanna - 5 years post prescribed burnBroomsedge bluestem (Andropogon virginicus) is a nonnative fine bunchgrass that has invaded native grasslands of Hawaii. It is a successful colonizer and survivor after wildfire. This savanna has scattered ohia trees and was burned 5 years previously.FB_0263_FCCS.xmlSavannaWildfire (ground)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0263_FCCS.xml
195264Post-blackjack oak forestThis fuelbed, commonly referred to as 'crosstimbers', is composed of post oak and blackjack oak in a broadleaf forest or woodland on rolling hills in central Texas through central Oklahoma and extending into southeastern Kansas. It varies from closed forest to open woodland with open prairie inclusions depending on soils and rainfall. Under fire exclusion, oak root sprouts, understory growth and vines can create ladder fuels. Long-term grazing causes annual grasses to increase. This fuelbed represents forests more than 50 years old.FB_0264_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oak
SRM 731: Cross timbers-Oklahoma
SRM 732: Cross timbers-Texas (little bluestem post oak)
FB_0264_FCCS.xml
196265Balsam fir-white spruce-mixed hardwood forestWhite spruce and balsam fir forest occurring on gentle to moderate, typically lower, slopes of the Great Lakes region. Canopy codominants vary but can include maples, quaking aspen, and paper birch. This fuelbed type is common in northern Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, ranging into Canada.FB_0265_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 107: White spruceFB_0265_FCCS.xml
197266Sugar maple-basswood forestDeciduous forest dominated by sugar maple and basswood with various other tree species including northern red oak, white ash, and elm species occurring in the overstory. Primarily in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, but can also occur throughout the central and northern hardwood forest regions. Basswood and maple are fire-sensitive. Mature forests dominated by these species do not burn readily and have generally had long fire-free periods (~150 years or more) or have had only patchy surface fires.FB_0266_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
SAF 26: Sugar maple-basswoodFB_0266_FCCS.xml
198267American beech-yellow birch-sugar maple-red spruce forestNorthern hardwoods forest with a significant spruce and/or hemlock component. Occurs at low to mid elevations (generally below 3,000 feet) in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. This fuelbed represents forests more than 50 years old.FB_0267_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 30: Red spruce-yellow birch
SAF 31: Red spruce-sugar maple-beech
SAF 25: Sugar maple-beech-yellow birch
FB_0267_FCCS.xml
199268American beech-yellow birch-sugar maple-eastern hemlock forestNorthern hardwoods forest with a significant hemlock and/or balsam fir component. Occurs in the northern portions of the Lake States. This fuelbed represents forests from 50 to 100 years old.FB_0268_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 5: Balsam fir
SAF 24: Hemlock-yellow birch
SAF 25: Sugar maple-beech-yellow birch
FB_0268_FCCS.xml
200269Sugar maple-yellow poplar-American beech-oak forestThis fuelbed represents mixed mesophytic forests. Western variant is usually found at elevations from 1,000 to 3,000 feet in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Illinois, Indiana and Missouri. Eastern variant is usually found at elevations from 2,000 to 4,500 feet in protected sites of the southern Blue Ridge (North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Virginia), the Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky, and the Allegheny Plateau of West Virginia and Ohio. These forests have highly variable canopy composition; characteristic canopy dominants can include American beech, sugar maple, yellow poplar, oaks, basswood and buckeye.FB_0269_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 60: Beech-sugar maple
SAF 57: Yellow-poplar
FB_0269_FCCS.xml
201270Red spruce-Fraser fir/rhododendron forestHigh elevation (above 4,500 feet) conifer forest in the southern Appalachian mountains occurring in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Dominated by red spruce and Fraser fir with a variable deciduous canopy component depending on elevation. Red spruce dominates at the lower end of the elevation range, while Fraser fir dominates the upper end of the elevation range. Dense evergreen shrub stratum. The balsam woolly adelgid has affected much of this forest type, killing mature Fraser fir trees.FB_0270_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high220: Hot ContinentalSAF 34: Red spruce-Fraser firFB_0270_FCCS.xml
202272Mangrove forestTall mangrove forest composed of zones dominated by red mangrove at lower elevations and black mangrove farther inland or composed of mixed red, white, and black mangroves. Found near the coast and along waterways in south Florida.FB_0272_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 106: MangroveFB_0272_FCCS.xml
203273Engelmann spruce-Douglas-fir-white fir-ponderosa pine forestPonderosa pine, Douglas-fir, and Engelmann spruce are found in small patches throughout the montane zone in the mixed conifer forests of the U.S. Rocky Mountains and the Southwest, as well as the Grand Canyon area. Grand fir is a common component of these stands in the northern Rocky Mountains, and white fir in the Southwest. These stands are usually located at elevations above 5,000 feet. The fuel density in this mature stand has increased due to fire exclusion, creating hazardous fuel conditions.FB_0273_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SAF 206: Engelmann spruce-subalpine fir
SAF 210: Interior Douglas-fir
SAF 211: White fir
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0273_FCCS.xml
204274American beech-sugar maple forestMesic forest occurring mainly from Michigan and Indiana east to western New York. Scattered patches of this forest type are possible within the range of sugar maple and American beech. This fuelbed represents forests greater than 60 years old.FB_0274_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 60: Beech-sugar mapleFB_0274_FCCS.xml
205275Chestnut-white-northern red oak forestDry to dry-mesic oak-dominated forests occurring in the Appalachian Mountains on ridgetops and upper slopes, generally at elevations from 700 to 3,000 feet. This fuelbed type is most commonly found in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, and New England and extends into Ohio, Pennsylvania, Alabama and Georgia. Similar forests can occur on dry soils throughout the range of chestnut oak. This fuelbed represents stands from 50 to 100 years old.FB_0275_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 20: White pine-northern red oak-red maple
SAF 44: Chestnut oak
FB_0275_FCCS.xml
206276Oak-pine-magnolia forestMesic forests dominated by a mixture of American beech, southern magnolia, and oaks, often with pines in the overstory. These forests generally occur in small stands within ravines and coves, or in mesic upland forests that were previously dominated by pines where fire has been excluded. Common throughout the Southeast coastal plain.FB_0276_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSRM 815: Upland hardwood hammocksFB_0276_FCCS.xml
207279Black spruce-northern white cedar-larch forestNorthern conifer bogs dominated by pure stands or mixtures of black spruce, northern white cedar or eastern larch on deep peat soils. This fuelbed represents 20 to 50 year-old stands. Conifer bogs occur throughout the northern Great Lake States region and in the northeastern U.S. up to 1,300 feet in elevation.FB_0279_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 12: Black spruce
SAF 38: Tamarack
SAF 37: Northern white cedar
FB_0279_FCCS.xml
208280Bluestem-Gulf cordgrass grasslandBluestem (Andropogon spp.) -- sacahuista (Nolina microcarpa) prairie vegetation of the Gulf Coastal Plain of Texas and Louisiana. Woody species occur along streams that bisect the area and have encroached on interior portions of this prairie system leading to a mosaic pattern of shrub dominated areas within the prairie matrix. Fire exclusion leads to higher shrub cover. This fuelbed represents a site with moderate shrub encroachment.FB_0280_FCCS.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SRM 711: Bluestem-sacahuista prairieFB_0280_FCCS.xml
209281Shortleaf pine-post oak-black oak forestDry forests dominated by shortleaf pine and mixed oak species, usually post oak and black oak. Other oaks may also be present depending on geographic location and soil type. These forests occur mainly in the western Gulf Coastal Plain and Interior Highlands of the southern U.S. from Oklahoma, Missouri, and Texas east to Mississippi; also occur farther east in the southern Appalachian Mountains and Piedmont on dry, low elevation ridges, generally below 2,000 feet. This fuelbed represents stands from 50 to 90 years old.FB_0281_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SAF 76: Shortleaf pine-oakFB_0281_FCCS.xml
210282Loblolly pine forestLoblolly pine-dominated forests occur throughout the Southeast coastal plain and Piedmont regions from Texas east and north to Virginia. Shortleaf pine, Virginia pine and longleaf pine may also be present in the canopy depending on geographic location within the region. Fuelbed represents stands from 30 to 80 years old.FB_0282_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 81: Loblolly pineFB_0282_FCCS.xml
211283Willow-laurel-water oak forestOak-dominated bottomland forests are common alluvial forest types throughout the southeastern and central U.S. The canopy species composition varies with length of inundation and geographic region. This fuelbed represents stands from 25 to 70 years old.FB_0283_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 88: Willow oak-water oak-diamondleaf oak
SAF 91: Swamp chestnut oak-cherrybark oak
SAF 96: Overcup oak-water hickory
FB_0283_FCCS.xml
212284Green ash-American elm-silver maple-cottonwood forestNorthern floodplain forest dominated by a mixture of elms, green ash, cottonwood, and silver maple. This forest type occurs mainly in the midwestern U.S. but also is present in the Northeast. American elm makes up less of the overstory than in the past because of Dutch elm disease. Red maple may also be a dominant canopy species rather than silver maple in parts of the range. This fuelbed represents stands ranging from 40 to 85 years old.FB_0284_FCCS.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 62: Silver maple-American elmFB_0284_FCCS.xml
213286Limber pine-ponderosa pine forestLimber pine occurs throughout the U.S. Rocky Mountains, Great Basin, and southern California. It can be codominant with many species including Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, white pine, and juniper species. Limber pine usually occupies dry, exposed sites. This is a mature stand from which fire has been excluded.FB_0286_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 219: Limber pine
SAF 237: Interior ponderosa pine
FB_0286_FCCS.xml
214287Eastern white pine-eastern hemlock forestThis fuelbed is an example of forests dominated by eastern white pine and eastern hemlock in the Northeast, Great Lake States, and south along the Appalachian Mountains to North Carolina and Tennessee. At the northern part of the range it is typically found at elevations below 2,000 feet, while farther south the type is found at elevations of 2,000 to 3,500 feet. This fuelbed represents stands from 40 to 70 years old.FB_0287_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SAF 22: White pine-hemlockFB_0287_FCCS.xml
215288Bald cypress-water tupelo forestSwamp forest dominated by bald cypress and water tupelo occurs in very poorly drained areas of floodplains throughout the Southeast coastal plain and throughout the Southeast U.S. This fuelbed represents stands from 70 to 150 years old. This fuelbed will burn only in very dry years because it is normally flooded for much of the year.FB_0288_FCCS.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 102: Baldcypress-tupeloFB_0288_FCCS.xml
216289Pond cypress/muhly-sawgrass savannaSavanna of dwarf pond cypress over muhly grass (Muhlenbergia filipes) and sawgrass (Cladium mariscus) in south Florida. This fuelbed is generally very open due to the short stature of the cypress trees. These systems are typically mature (greater than 100 years), although the trees are small. Surface fires are frequent.FB_0289_FCCS.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 100: Pondcypress
SRM 819: Freshwater marsh and ponds
FB_0289_FCCS.xml
217291Longleaf-slash pine/saw palmetto forestLongleaf pine, slash pine, and saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) forest resulting from fire exclusion occur throughout the Southeast coastal plain from Virginia south to Florida and west to into Texas. This forest type is characterized by a dense overstory of longleaf pine and slash pine and a very dense shrub layer dominated by saw palmetto. Saw palmetto is less important or absent from these forests in the Carolinas and Virginia. Fire has been excluded for 30 years.FB_0291_FCCS.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 83: Longleaf pine-slash pineFB_0291_FCCS.xml
218301Fremont cottonwood-California sycamore forestThis California Central Valley riparian woodland or shrubland occurs on small to mid-sized rivers and is maintained by periodic flooding and sediment scouring which maintains the vegetation. Several invasive species, including Tamarix spp., Ailanthus altissima, and Arundo donax, can be problematic.FB_0301_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestFlood260: MediterraneanSRM 203: Riparian woodlandFB_0301_LF.xml
219302Willow/sedge grasslandMontane subalpine meadows often are dominated by willows, sedges, grasses and herbaceous species for up to 100 years following disturbances. Sedges may persist indefinately in areas above the timberline in mountain ranges of the West. These meadows are typically cold and wet, and have a short growing season. This includes riparian meadows.FB_0302_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
SRM 914: Mesic sedge-grass-herb meadow tundra
FB_0302_LF.xml
220303Cottonwood/willow savannaWarm desert riparian woodlands or shrublands occur in riparian corridors at mid to low elevations, from less than 3600 up to 6000 feet. This fuelbed occurs in the desert southwest in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas. Species composition is dependent on elevation range. Lower elevation sites tend to be dominated by mesquite species while higher elevation sites are dominated by cottonwoods, sycamores, walnuts and willows.FB_0303_LF.xmlSavannaNone340: Temperate Desert
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 235: Cottonwood-willowFB_0303_LF.xml
221304Engelmann spruce-subalpine fir/horsetail forestConifer swamp forest dominated by various mixes of Engelmann spruce and subalpine fir occurring in the central and northern Rocky Mountains. Other potential canopy dominants include western redcedar and western hemlock.FB_0304_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 206: Engelmann spruce-subalpine fir
SAF 227: Western redcedar-western hemlock
FB_0304_LF.xml
222305Red alder forestThis forest is dominated by red alder with a mix of Douglas-fir and western hemlock and is found along the Pacific Coast from southeast Alaska to Santa Barbara, California and seldom occurs more than 200 miles inland or at a elevation greater than 3,000 feet.FB_0305_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SAF 221: Red alderFB_0305_LF.xml
223306Knobcone pine forestKnobcone pine forests occur in southern Oregon and have a discontinuous distribution throughout California. Knobcone pine generally comprises the majority of the stocking. It can be codominant with many species including Douglas-fir, digger pine, and live oak.FB_0306_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSAF 248: Knobcone pineFB_0306_LF.xml
224307Paloverde shrublandShrublands dominated by paloverde (Parkinsonia spp.) that are common in the Sonoran desert in California and Arizona at elevations below 4000 feet.FB_0307_LF.xmlShrublandNone320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSRM 507: Palo Verde-cactusFB_0307_LF.xml
225308Low sagebrush shrublandLow sagebrush steppe occurs in Wyoming, western Montana, southern Idaho, eastern Oregon, northern Nevada, Utah, northwestern Colorado and northeastern California. Vegetation is composed of sagebrush, grasses and forbs.FB_0308_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 405: Black sagebrush
SRM 406: Low sagebrush
FB_0308_LF.xml
226309Blackbrush shrublandShrublands dominated by blackbrush (Coleogyne ramosissima) that are common on the Colorado plateau of Utah and Arizona and less frequent in the Mohave desert region of Nevada and California at elevations from 3300 to 5200 feet.FB_0309_LF.xmlShrublandNone340: Temperate Desert
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SRM 212: BlackbushFB_0309_LF.xml
227310Greasewood shrublandThe greasewood fuelbed type is generally located in areas of high salinity and or alkalinity with a high water table or subject to frequent overflow flooding. Each desert community has a unique shrub and herbaceous component that accompanies greasewood. Historically, these desert communities burned very infrequently due to low fuel presence. Due to fire suppression and heavy grazing, they are now invading surrounding grasslands or are being invaded by exotic grasses, which is changing the natural fire regime. This is a regional fuelbed that spans all three desert types.FB_0310_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSRM 501: Saltbush-greasewoodFB_0310_LF.xml
228311Saltbush shrublandThe salt-desert shrubland fuelbed type is generally located in the low elevation landscapes in the temperate deserts of the Great Basin and surrounding areas of the United States. It is found in alluvial terraces, lake basins, salt flats, and valleys.FB_0311_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate Desert
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 414: Salt desert shrubFB_0311_LF.xml
229312Gambel oak/sagebrush shrublandGambel oak and sagebrush are often codominants in the shrublands of the southern and central Rockies of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah. The shrublands are maintained through wildfire.FB_0312_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate DesertSRM 413: Gambel oakFB_0312_LF.xml
230313Mountain mahogany shrublandMountain mahogany are often in small tree or shrub form that reach heights between 6 and 27 feet and commonly occur in the drier sites of the Western United States. It is often associated with serviceberry, big and black sagebrush, bitterbrush, and rabbit brush along with wheat grass and Idaho fescue. Most sites have been disturbed fire and or grazing.FB_0313_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 413: Gambel oak
SRM 415: Curlleaf mountain-mahogany
FB_0313_LF.xml
231314Limber pine-bristlecone pine forestLimber and bristlecone pine dominated stands occur along harsh timberline sites in most states of the Rocky Mountains and Great Basin where old to moderately old, open stands form the vegetative climax.FB_0314_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 209: Bristlecone pineFB_0314_LF.xml
232315Showy sedge-black alpine sedge grasslandSubalpine meadows may be dominated by sedges, grasses and herbaceous species for up to 100 years following disturbances. Sedges may persist indefinitely in areas above the timberline in mountain ranges of the West. These meadows are typically cold and wet, and have a short growing season.FB_0315_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 213: Alpine grassland (Pacific Southwest)
SRM 410: Alpine rangeland (great basin)
SRM 914: Mesic sedge-grass-herb meadow tundra
FB_0315_LF.xml
233316Coyotebush-ceanothus shrublandNorthern California coastal shrub is a soft chaparral community ranging from 15 to 20 feet tall with evergreen foliage. It occurs discontinously from Santa Cruz, California to the Olympic Peninsula of Washington.FB_0316_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSRM 204: Northern coastal shrubFB_0316_LF.xml
234317Bigtooth maple forestThis forest is dominated by bigtooth maple and may occur in relatively pure stands or found to be interdispersed with oak, sagebrush, and Douglas-fir. It grows in single or multi-stem form and ranges from 12 to 30 feet in height. It occurs mainly in southeast Idaho, southwest Wyoming, Utah, and eastern Nevada.FB_0317_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSRM 418: Bigtooth mapleFB_0317_LF.xml
235318Bluejoint reedgrass-water sedge grasslandSeasonally to permananlty inundated grasslands occurring throughout much of the western United States. Various grasses and sedges may dominate this fuelbed depending on elevation, topographic position, soils and hydrology.FB_0318_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0318_LF.xml
236319Pacific silver fir-Sitka alder forestWet avalanche opening, includes Sitka alder, mountain hemlock, Pacific silver fir, and Engelmann spruce.FB_0319_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestAvalancheClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 226: Coastal true fir-hemlockFB_0319_LF.xml
237320Western larch forestWestern Larch, lodgepole stand found at mid-upper elevations across eastern Cascades. Dry seedlings and saplings regenerating in an opening created 80+ years ago by wildfire and no salvage. Self pruning and suppressed trees have increased fuel loading, canopy is closed creating a cool understory with limited grass growth. Shade tolerant shrubs are flourishing.FB_0320_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 212: Western larch
SAF 218: Lodgepole pine
FB_0320_LF.xml
238321Western hemlock-Alaska cedar forestWestern hemlock and Alaska cedar forest. Occurs throughout southeast Alaska from 1000 to 2000 ft elevation. Alaska cedar codominates the overstory but western hemlock dominates in the lower canopy strata.FB_0321_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 224: Western hemlockFB_0321_LF.xml
239322Sitka spruce-western hemlock forestSitka spruce and western hemlock forests occur throughout southeast Alaska and along the coast west into central Alaska. This fuelbed represents mixed stand conditions in which the overstory is codominated by Sitka spruce and western hemlock. However, stands may be dominated strongly by either nominal species.FB_0322_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 223: Sitka spruce
SAF 224: Western hemlock
SAF 225: Western hemlock-Sitka spruce
SAF 229: Pacific Douglas-fir
SAF 230: Douglas-fir-western hemlock
FB_0322_LF.xml
240323Quaking aspen/sagebrush boreal woodlandOpen boreal quaking aspen woodland interspersed with grassland and shrubland vegetation dominated by sagebrush species (Alaska wormwood and prairie sagewort), reedgrass, brome and fescue species. This fuelbed typically occurs on steep, south-facing slopes in the boreal and boreal transition regions of Alaska.FB_0323_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 217: Aspen (western)FB_0323_LF.xml
241324White spruce woodlandWhite spruce woodland. Occurs on exposed sites near treeline in Alaska, especially in the Brooks and Alaska Ranges. A discontinuous shrub layer dominated by birch, willow and alder species is usually present with lichens and feathermosses filling the gaps among shrubs and trees.FB_0324_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 901: Alder (Alaska)
SRM 920: White spruce-paper birch
SRM 921: Willow
FB_0324_LF.xml
242325White spruce-mountain hemlock forestWhite spruce and mountain hemlock forest. Occurs in southcentral and southeastern Alaska on upper mountain slopes or steep slopes at lower elevations.FB_0325_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 201: White spruce
SAF 205: Mountain hemlock
FB_0325_LF.xml
243326Willow- birch shrublandWillow and birch shrubland. Occur on mesic sites including upper slopes, flats, side slopes throughout boreal and boreal transition areas of Alaska. Willow and birch species dominate the upper shrub layer, while ericaceous species dominate the lower shrub layer. Grasses, lichens and mosses occur in open areas among the shrubs.FB_0326_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceous
SRM 921: Willow
FB_0326_LF.xml
244327Marsh Labrador tea/cottongrass grasslandSedge and shrub bogs occur throughout much of Alaska. Cottongrass species (Eriophorum spp.) and sedges (Carex spp.) dominate the nonwoody layer and a low ericaceous shrub layer is typically present. Organic soils are composed of sphagnum or sedge peat.FB_0327_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceousFB_0327_LF.xml
245328Hemlock / sedge-cottongrass savannaConifer peatlands occur at various topo-positions throughout southern Alaska. Scattered stunted trees form an open canopy over sedge and shrub dominated peatland. Single tree species or combinations of mountain hemlock and Alaska cedar are typical (some conifer peatland canopies are composed of shore pine). Cottongrass species (Eriophorum spp.) and sedges (Carex spp.) dominate the nonwoody layer and a low ericaceous shrub layer is typically present. Organic soils are composed of sphagnum or sedge peat.FB_0328_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 205: Mountain hemlock
SAF 218: Lodgepole pine
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceous
FB_0328_LF.xml
246329Mountain heath tundra shrublandMountain heath tundra types occur in alpine settings throughout south-central and southeastern Alaska. The dominant species are Phyllodoce spp. with other ericaceous species present. Various herbaceous species, lichens and mosses occur scattered among the dwarf shrubs. Scattered stunted or krummholz trees may be present.FB_0329_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceousFB_0329_LF.xml
247330American dunegrass grasslandAmerican dunegrass (Leymus mollis ssp. mollis) grassland. Occurs on coastal and near-coastal sand dunes around Alaska. Other common species include red fescue, speargrass, beach pea, and common cowparsnip.FB_0330_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 903: Beach wildrye-mixed forbFB_0330_LF.xml
248331Sitka alder-salmonberry shrublandAlder and salmonberry shrubland. Occurs in southern Alaska, near treeline in the southeastern region and from low to mid elevations on the Alaska Peninsula and the Aleutians. Sitka alder and salmonberry dominate the often dense shrub layer with reedgrass and various forbs and ferns in the herbaceous layer.FB_0331_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SRM 901: Alder (Alaska)FB_0331_LF.xml
249332Balsam poplar-paper birch forestBalsam poplar and paper birch forest. Found on floodplains in southern Alaska. Canopy is codominated by balsam poplar and paper birch. Alder and willow occur in the typically sparse shrub layer.FB_0332_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 203: Balsam poplar
SAF 222: Black cottonwood-willow
FB_0332_LF.xml
250333Dryas tundra shrublandDryas tundra types occur on windswept alpine sites throughout the northern two-thirds of Alaska. Dryas spp. are typically dominant, but other dwarf shrubs, sedges or lichens may codominate.FB_0333_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 907: Dryas
SRM 911: Lichen tundra
SRM 916: Sedge-shrub tundra
FB_0333_LF.xml
251334Mountain heather tundra shrublandCassiope (mountain heather) tundra types occur in moist alpine settings throughout Alaska. The dominant species are Cassiope spp. with other dwarf ericaceous, willow, and birch species. Various herbaceous species, lichens and mosses occur scattered among the dwarf shrubs.FB_0334_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceousFB_0334_LF.xml
252335Sweetgale shrublandSweetgale shrub bogs occur on poorly drained sites in southwestern, south-central and southeastern Alaska. Myrica gale is the dominant shrub with codominant ericaceous and willow species. Various sedges and bluejoint reedgrass are prominent herbaceous species.FB_0335_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SRM 913: Low scrub swampFB_0335_LF.xml
253336Lyngbye's sedge-alkaligrass grasslandTidal marsh vegetation occurs throughout the coastal areas of Alaska. These herbaceous communities are typically dominated by sedges (often Carex lyngbyei). Grasses (often Puccinellia spp.) and forbs may also be dominant or important in tidal marshes.FB_0336_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
FB_0336_LF.xml
254337Softstem bulrush-needle spikerush grasslandFreshwater marsh vegetation occurs throughout Alaska. These herbaceous communities are typically dominated by rushes (often Scirpus tabernaemontani or Eleocharis palustris). Grasses and forbs may also be dominant or important in freshwater marshes, however, these systems typically occur in deeper water than rush-dominated marshes.FB_0337_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 909: Freshwater marshFB_0337_LF.xml
255338Water sedge-tall cottongrass grasslandWet meadows occur in alpine settings in boreal and boreal transition regions of Alaska. Sedges and grasses such as Carex aquatilis or C. bigelowii and Eriophorum angustifolium (tall cottongrass) dominate the vegetation. The shrub layer is generally less than 25% cover and comprised of Salix spp., Betula nana and potentially some ericaceous species such as Empetrum nigrum.FB_0338_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 916: Sedge-shrub tundra
SRM 918: Tussock tundra
FB_0338_LF.xml
256339Nootka lupine-sedge grasslandHerbaceous wet meadows occur in most topo-positions and regions of Alaska. This fuelbed contains some common species, but composition is highly variable across sites. These meadows are typically dominated by forbs with sedges and grasses as associated species.FB_0339_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 916: Sedge-shrub tundra
SRM 918: Tussock tundra
FB_0339_LF.xml
257340Pacific maritime dwarf shrub wetlandWetlands occurring in Alaska on soils that are saturated for at least part of the growing season and generally have a wet organic layer (from 3 to 40 inches). Shrub layer is dominated by low shrubs with sedges, grasses, forbs and sphagnum moss.FB_0340_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSRM 913: Low scrub swampFB_0340_LF.xml
258341Arctic tussock tundra shrublandLow shrub and sedge dominated tussock tundra with sphagnum moss and a thin organic soil layer. Found over permafrost primarily in northern and western Alaska.FB_0341_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 918: Tussock tundraFB_0341_LF.xml
259342Hawai'i bog shrublandHawai'i bog shrublands typically occur between 3500 and 5500 feet in elevation but may also occur at lower and higher elevations on some islands. Vegetation is composed of hummocks of sedges and grasses. Stunted woody plants occur as scattered individuals or as more dense shrub layer. There is typically a well developed peat layer.FB_0342_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0342_LF.xml
260343Hawai'i wet cliff shrublandHawai'i wet cliff shrublands occur on crests and steep ridges from 650 to 2900 feet in elevation throughout the islands. Dominant vegetation varies but is typically composed of stunted trees and shrubs interspersed with dense groundcover of vines, sedges and ferns. Exposed rock surfaces are also common.FB_0343_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0343_LF.xml
261344Montane-subalpine dry grasslandMontane-subalpine dry grasslands occur in Hawai'i from 5300 to 7500 ft in elevation. They are dominated by bunchgrasses and scattered shrubs may be present (less than 10% cover).FB_0344_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0344_LF.xml
262345Hawai'i montane-subalpine mesic grasslandMontane-subalpine mesic grasslands occur on Maui and Hawai'i above about 5500 feet in elevation and are dominated by bunchgrass, ferns and other herbaceous species. Scattered shrubs may be present.FB_0345_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0345_LF.xml
263346Hawai'i alpine dwarf shrublandHawai'i alpine dwarf shrublands occur from the subalpine to about 11,150 feet in elevation. They are dominated by dwarf shrub species with scattered grasses, forbs, ferns, mosses and lichens.FB_0346_LF.xmlShrublandWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0346_LF.xml
264347Hawai'i dry cliff shrublandHawai'i dry cliff shrublands occur in areas away from the influence of shorelines from 50-9835 feet in elevation. The sparse vegetation is composed of shrubs, grasses and ferns.FB_0347_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate420: RainforestFB_0347_LF.xml
265348Hawai'i dry coastal strand shrublandHawai'i dry coastal strand shrublands occur on leeward side of larger islands and on all sides of smaller islands. Vegetation tends to be patchy and species composition is variable depending on substrate but is often a mix of grasses, forbs and low shrubs.FB_0348_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0348_LF.xml
266349Hawai'i subalpine mesic shrublandSubalpine mesic shrublands have a narrow range on windward slopes of Maui from about 6400-7500 feet in elevation and are composed of dense shrubs with a sparse herbaceous layer of grasses and ferns.FB_0349_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low420: RainforestFB_0349_LF.xml
267350Balsam poplar-white spruce forestBalsam poplar and white spruce forest. Found on floodplains in central Alaska. Canopy is codominated by balsam poplar, white spruce and paper birch. Poplar and birch dominate in younger stands; spruce increases dominance as stands age. Alder and willow typically occur in shrub layer.FB_0350_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SAF 202: White spruce-paper birch
SAF 203: Balsam poplar
FB_0350_LF.xml
268351Ericaceous bog shrublandEricaceous shrub bogs occur on poorly drained sites in interior, south-central, western and parts of northern Alaska. Low ericaceous species are the dominant shrubs. Willow and birch may form a sparse taller shrub layer. Various sedges are the dominant herbaceous species. Sphagnum species are typically abundant and a well developed peat layer is present.FB_0351_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SRM 913: Low scrub swampFB_0351_LF.xml
269352Desert sparse shrublandSparse shrubland of desert southwest or arid regions of the western great plains. Shrub cover is low (<35%) and the stratum is typically dominated by Prosopis glandulosa or Artemisia filifolia.FB_0352_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0352_LF.xml
270353Semi-desert grassland and steppeChihuahuan semi-desert dominated by grasses with a sparse shrub layer of Prosopis glandulosa or other shrub species.FB_0353_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSRM 702: Black grama-alkali sacaton
SRM 718: Mesquite-grama
FB_0353_LF.xml
271354Havard oak shrublandShrublands dominated by Havard oak (Quercus havardii) that occur in Utah and Colorado.FB_0354_LF.xmlShrublandNone330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 212: BlackbushFB_0354_LF.xml
272355Hemlock-Alaska cedar / blueberry forestPacific Maritime coniferous woody wetlands. Occur at various topo-positions throughout southern Alaska. Scattered to moderately dense conifers form a stunted canopy over a fairly dense shrub layer dominated by ericaceous species. Single tree species or combinations of mountain hemlock, Alaska cedar, western hemlock are typical (shore pine, sitka spruce, or western redcedar may also occur). Poorly drained soils may be shallow to deep and usually have thick organic layer and some peat development.FB_0355_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 205: Mountain hemlock
SAF 218: Lodgepole pine
SRM 912: Low scrub shrub birch-ericaceous
FB_0355_LF.xml
273356Black spruce-tamarack/sphagnum moss forestBlack spruce woodland fuelbed with a sphagnum moss forest floor, between 50 and 150 years old. Found on cold, wet sites, often near tree line, in interior, western, and southcentral Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the black spruce dwarf tree woodland of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0356_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low130: SubarcticSAF 204: Black spruceFB_0356_LF.xml
274357Balsam poplar-black cottonwood forestBalsam poplar and black cottonwood forest. Found on floodplains in southwestern Alaska. Canopy is codominated by balsam poplar and black cottonwood. Alder and willow occur in the typically sparse shrub layer.FB_0357_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
SAF 203: Balsam poplar
SAF 222: Black cottonwood-willow
FB_0357_LF.xml
275358Alder and willow tall swamp shrublandWillow and alder shrubland. Found along streams and in poorly drained sites without significant peat development in interior, south-central and southeastern Alaska. This fuelbed is comparable to the open or closed tall shrub swamp community of Viereck et al. (1992).FB_0358_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
240: Marine
SRM 901: Alder (Alaska)
SRM 921: Willow
FB_0358_LF.xml
276359Arctic sedge tussock lichen tundra shrublandSedge and lichen tussock tundra with scattered low shrub layer.FB_0359_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 918: Tussock tundraFB_0359_LF.xml
277360Oregon white oak forestOregon white oak forest. Resprouting Oregon white oak is common in lower elevations in southcentral Washington Cascade Range. It occurs in pure stands at the lowest forested locations and mixed stands at higher elevations. Regeneration is often from sprouting in limbs above ground after fire.FB_0360_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: MarineSAF 233: Oregon white oakFB_0360_LF.xml
278361Oregon white oak -- ponderosa pine forestOregon white oak and ponderosa pine forest. Occurs at low elevations on hot, steep, middle and lower slopes. This forest type represents the hottest, driest forest and woodland habitats on the Wenatchee National Forest and represent the lower limit for forest growth. Both species are overstory components of these woodlands. Shrubs are normally inconspicuous. The undergrowth is largely dominated by grasses and forbs. Bitterbrush is present in small amounts and serviceberry may also be present. Sampled on south to east aspects, and also likely occurs on west aspects.FB_0361_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 233: Oregon white oak
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 302: Bluebunch wheatgrass-Sandberg bluegrass
FB_0361_LF.xml
279401Holly-privet shrublandRecently logged timberland. Can occur throughout the eastern United States on sites managed for wood production. Established less than 10 years ago following clearcut harvest. Stand dominated by shrubs with scattered trees. Some pine regeneration may be present.FB_0401_LF.xmlShrubland230: SubtropicalFB_0401_LF.xml
280402Pine/holly-privet forestRecently logged timberland. Can occur throughout the eastern United States on sites managed for wood products. Established following clearcut harvest less than 10 years ago. Stand composed of open overstory with moderate shrub and nonwoody cover.FB_0402_LF.xmlConifer Forest230: SubtropicalSAF 80: Loblolly pine-shortleaf pineFB_0402_LF.xml
281403Post-blackjack-white oak forestOuachita montane oak forest. Occurs above 2400 feet in the mountains of Arkansas and Oklahoma. Stands typically dominated by white oak, post oak and blackjack oak. Stand structure ranges from open woodland to dense thickets of typically stunted trees. This fuelbed represents a fairly dense thicket of small-stature trees.FB_0403_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oak
SRM 731: Cross timbers-Oklahoma
SRM 732: Cross timbers-Texas (little bluestem post oak)
FB_0403_LF.xml
282404Yellow poplar-sugar maple-basswood forestSouthern and Central Appalachian cove forests. Consists of mesophytic hardwood (some with hemlock) on sheltered topographic positions below 5000 feet in elevation in the Southern Blue Ridge and central Appalachian Mountains. These forests have highly variable canopy composition; characteristic canopy dominants can include sugar maple, yellow poplar, white ash, and basswood.FB_0404_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 57: Yellow-poplar
SAF 60: Beech-sugar maple
FB_0404_LF.xml
283405Northern red oak montane forestCentral and southern Appalachian montane oak forest. Occurs above 3500 feet in the central and southern Appalachian mountains. Stands typically dominated by northern red oak, but some stands may be dominated or co-dominated by white oak. Stand structure ranges from open woodland to dense thickets of typically stunted trees. This fuelbed represents a dense thicket of somewhat short-stature trees.FB_0405_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot ContinentalSAF 53: White oak
SAF 55: Northern red oak
FB_0405_LF.xml
284406American beech-southern magnolia-oak forestWest Gulf Coastal Plain mesic hardwood forest. Mesic forests occurring in Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas. Stands are dominated by a mixture of American beech, southern magnolia, and oaks. Scattered pines may be present in the canopy. These forests generally occur in small stands on sites that are topographically protected from fire.FB_0406_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 60: Beech-sugar maple
SAF 88: Willow oak-water oak-diamondleaf oak
FB_0406_LF.xml
285407Darlington oak forestSouthern Coastal Plain dry upland hardwood forest. Occurs in the East Gulf Coastal Plain in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Mississippi. Stands are typically dominated by Darlington oak (Quercus hemisphaerica), but may be dominated by white oak, post oak, or southern red oak. Scattered pines may be present in the canopy.FB_0407_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high230: SubtropicalSAF 53: White oakFB_0407_LF.xml
286408Quaking aspen-bur oak forestEastern great plains aspen parkland. Occurs in northwestern Minnesota and adjacent Canada (Manitoba). Stands are open woodlands to forests dominated by quaking aspen. There is often a moderately dense shrub layer and a component of tallgrass species in the nonwoody stratum. Fire exclusion in this vegetation type has allowed trees and shrubs to become dominant, while the tallgrass herbaceous layer has become less important.FB_0408_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 16: Aspen (eastern)FB_0408_LF.xml
287409Virginia pine-chestnut oak/little bluestem forestAppalachian shale barrens. Occur at low elevations in the Appalachian Mountains on exposed shale ridges. Open patchy woodlands of Virginia pine and chestnut oak with distinctive herbaceous vegetation.FB_0409_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SAF 78: Virginia pine-oakFB_0409_LF.xml
288410Table Mountain pine-chestnut oak forestSouthern Appalachian montane pine forest and woodland. Occurs in the southern Appalachian Mountains between 2,000 and 5,000 feet. Typically woodlands dominated by table mountain pine with or without pitch pine and Virginia pine. A dense ericaceous shrub stratum is usually present. The nonwoody stratum is generally sparse.FB_0410_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SAF 45: Pitch pineFB_0410_LF.xml
289411Ashe juniper-oak savannaEdwards Plateau limestone savanna, woodland and shrublands. These systems are characterized by dominance of evergreen oaks (such as Quercus fusiformis, Q. buckleyi, or Q. sinuata var. brevifolia), often with Ashe juniper. The structure may range from shrubland to open savannas to dense mottes of trees. This fuelbed type occurs in the Edwards Plateau region of Texas.FB_0411_LF.xmlSavannaNone320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 66: Ashe juniper-redberry (Pinchot) juniperFB_0411_LF.xml
290412Dwarf bilberry-bog blueberry shrublandAcadian and Appalachian woodlands and barrens occur at high elevations in the northeastern US and southeastern Canada. These systems are characterized by a dominant dwarf shrub layer, sometimes with stunted Picea mariana and Abies balsamea scattered throughout. Patches of bare ground and rock are also common, as are areas of mosses or lichens.FB_0412_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSRM 209: Montane shrublandFB_0412_LF.xml
291413Pin oak/bluestem forestNorthern oak barrens occur in the northeastern US and southeastern Canada. They are typically dominated by pin oak and black oak with jack pine, or other conifers, as common associates. Stand structure ranges from open savanna to a more closed woodland with a scattered to near continuous nonwoody layer of grasses and a highly variable mix of forbs.FB_0413_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 14: Northern pin oakFB_0413_LF.xml
292414Eastern redcedar/big bluestem savannaNashville basin limestone glade and woodland vegetation occurs in central Tennessee. Stand structure is variable, ranging from open savannas and woodlands to shrublands and grasslands to rocky outcroppings with lichens and mosses.FB_0414_LF.xmlSavannaNone220: Hot ContinentalSAF 46: Eastern redcedar
SRM 733: Juniper-oak
SRM 803: Missouri glade
FB_0414_LF.xml
293415Bluestem-forb grasslandCumberland sandstone glade and barrens vegetation occurs in east-central Tennessee and is composed of bluestem grasses with highly variable mixed forbs and lichens. A sparse canopy layer of Virginia pine, red maple or other dry site pines and oaks is possible. Rocky outcrops with lichens and very sparse herbaceous vegetation are common.FB_0415_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0415_LF.xml
294416Chinkapin oak-eastern redcedar/bluestem savannaThis calcareous glade and woodland vegetation occurs in the central Appalachians, central Alabama, and the Interior Highlands of the Ozark, Ouachita, and Interior Low Plateau regions. The vegetation is typically dominated by mixed grasses and forb under an open canopy of eastern redcedar and chinkapin oak. An open shrub layer is also frequently present.FB_0416_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot ContinentalSAF 46: Eastern redcedar
SRM 733: Juniper-oak
FB_0416_LF.xml
295417Little bluestem-blackseed speargrass grasslandGlade vegetation occurring in the West Gulf Coastal Plain from Texas to Arkansas on shallow soils and rocky outcrops. This fuelbed is dominated by short grasses and a variable suite of forbs. A sparse canopy layer of post oak, pines or other trees is possible. Rocky outcrops with lichens and mosses are common.FB_0417_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot ContinentalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0417_LF.xml
296418White spruce/juniper/little bluestem savannaThis alvar vegetation occurs in the Great Lakes basin of the northern US and southern Ontario. The structure is variable, ranging from open outcrops, grasslands or shrublands, to woodlands. Typically alvars are mosaics of these conditions based on soil development. Alvars are often composed of mixed grasslands with sparse overstories of white spruce, northern white-cedar, or jack pine interspersed with shrublands of juniper and other shrubs that thrive on calcareous soils.FB_0418_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot ContinentalFB_0418_LF.xml
297419Blackjack oak-post oak/bluestem savannaAcidic forest, woodland and glade vegetation of the Llano Uplift region in Texas. These systems are characterized by forest and woodland patches dominated by evergreen oaks interspersed with grasslands and sparsely vegetated rock outcrops. This fuelbed represents the woodland structure of the system.FB_0419_LF.xmlSavannaNone320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oakFB_0419_LF.xml
298420Big bluestem-bluejoint grasslandGreat Lakes wet-mesic lakeplain prairie vegetation occurs in the southern central Great Lakes region and is dominated by tall grasses with some low shrubs present. Small stature scattered individuals of northern red maple, quaking aspen, green ash, or pin oak are also possible.FB_0420_LF.xmlGrasslandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
210: Warm Continental
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0420_LF.xml
299421Chinkapin oak-bur oak/giant cane forestBluegrass savanna and woodland vegetation occurs in the Bluegrass Basin of Kentucky. Stand structure varies from open savanna to a more dense woodland of bur oak and chinkapin oak. Extensive canebrakes of giant cane can dominate the understory.FB_0421_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone230: SubtropicalSAF 42: Bur oak (eastern)FB_0421_LF.xml
300422Post oak-shortleaf pine/bluestem-Indiangrass savannaArkansas Valley prairie and woodland vegetation occurs in Arkansas and Oklahoma. It is dominated by tall grasses with or without an open to more dense woodland canopy of shortleaf pine, post oak (or other oaks such as black, blackjack or white oaks). Fire suppression leads to an increase in oak and pine cover and allows other woody species to colonize the prairies. This fuelbed represents a savanna structure with a sparse tree canopy over the dominant tallgrass prairie species.FB_0422_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0422_LF.xml
301423Oak/bluestem-Indiangrass savannaThis prairie vegetation occurs in central Tennesee. Similar vegetation is found in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia and eastern Tennessee. Stands are dominated by tall grasses with or without an open to dense woodland canopy of oaks (typically southern red, blackjack or post oaks; other possible oaks include shingle, white or chestnut). Fire suppression leads to an increase in oak cover and allows other woody species to colonize the prairies. This fuelbed represents a savanna structure with a sparse tree canopy over the dominant tallgrass prairie species.FB_0423_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0423_LF.xml
302424Pondcypress/dahoon holly/sedge forestSouthern Coastal Plain nonriverine cypress domes are dominated by pondcypress with a mixture of other hydrophytic trees and shrubs. Herbaceous vegetation can be dense and is typically dominated by sedges (Carex spp. and Rhynchospora spp. are typical). The shrub stratum may be sparse or dense and is typically more dense toward the outside of the dome where trees are smaller and less dense. Muck or peat soils are common.FB_0424_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 100: PondcypressFB_0424_LF.xml
303425Swamp tupelo-sweetbay magnolia forestGulf Coastal Plain seepage swamp and baygall vegetation occurs throughout the Gulf Coastal Plain on acidic, seepage-influenced soils. Stands are dominated by a mixture of swamp tupelo and sweetbay magnolia. Other canopy and subcanopy trees include tulip poplar, sweetgum, oaks, hollies and maples. Scattered pines may be present in the canopy.FB_0425_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 104: Sweetbay-swamp tupelo-redbayFB_0425_LF.xml
304426Sugarberry/acacia forestTamaulipan riparian forests and woodlands occur in southern Texas along the Rio Grande. Sugarberry and cedar elm typically dominate the canopy with southwestern and subtropical species in the subcanopy and shrub layer. The herbaceous layer is widespread in younger stands but limited in older stands.FB_0426_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 93: Sugarberry-American elm-green ashFB_0426_LF.xml
305427Red spruce-northern white cedar-tamarack forestLaurentian-Acadian alkaline conifer and hardwood swamps occur in the north central US, east into New England. Stands are dominated by northern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) with other northern conifers and hardwoods in association. The shrub layer is open to dense depending on canopy density and the herbaceous layer is typically sparse. A surface vegetation layer of mosses, including sphagnum mosses is common.FB_0427_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 37: Northern white cedarFB_0427_LF.xml
306428Melaleuca forestTropical wet sawgrass and muhly grass prairies of southern Florida invaded by Melaleuca quinquenervia. This broadleaf evergreen tree forms dense thickets or forests in wetlands and uplands.FB_0428_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high410: SavannaSRM 819: Freshwater marsh and pondsFB_0428_LF.xml
307429Black locust forestForest dominated by introduced species including black locust, tree-of-heaven, or Norway maple occurring throughout the midwestern, northeastern and parts of the southeastern US. This fuelbed represents a forest dominated by black locust outside of its natural range, with tree-of-heaven and Norway maple as possible associated species.FB_0429_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 50: Black locustFB_0429_LF.xml
308430White oak-southern red oak forestMississippi River Alluvial Plain slope forest dominated by mixed oaks and other hardwood species on loess soils. This forest type is found on Crowley's Ridge in Arkansas.FB_0430_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oakFB_0430_LF.xml
309431Chinkapin oak-Shumard oak forestOak dominated forest occurring on calcareous soils in the eastern Gulf Coastal Plain region. Chinkapin oak and Shumard's oak, often with other oak species, white ash, southern shagbark hickory, and maples dominate the canopy. The shrub and herbaceous layers are typically well-developed and diverse.FB_0431_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 91: Swamp chestnut oak-cherrybark oakFB_0431_LF.xml
310432Florida poisontree-West Indian mahogany forestSouth Florida hardwood hammocks occur on limestone rocklands. Stands are dominated by tropical evergreen trees. Typical stand structure is a dense canopy with a sparse herbaceous layer and variable shrub layer. Epiphytic ferns, orchids and bromeliads are common on trees and shrubs.FB_0432_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0432_LF.xml
311433Pine-oak/American beachgrass savannaMartitime vegetation of the Atlantic Coastal Plain ranging from open herbaceous vegetation to woodlands on stable dunes or slightly inland. This fuelbed represents a moderate condition of patchy grassland vegetation interspersed with shrubs and an open canopy of stunted trees.FB_0433_LF.xmlSavannaNone220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 45: Pitch pineFB_0433_LF.xml
312434Post oak-southern red oak/little bluestem-Indiangrass forestMississippi River dune woodlands occur in Missouri, Arkansas and southern Indiana. These woodlands typically have an open canopy of dry site oaks over a grass or mixed herbaceous layer. The shrub layer of small trees and shrubs may be present.FB_0434_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oakFB_0434_LF.xml
313435Little bluestem-buffalograss grasslandGrassland vegetation with scattered mottes of honey mesquite and Texas live oak on clay soils along the coastal plain of Texas.FB_0435_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0435_LF.xml
314436Shore little bluestem-paspalum grasslandGrassland occuring in the southern tip of Texas on wind deposited sands. Typically dominated by bluestems, gulfdune paspalum and brownseed paspalum along with other grasses and forbs.FB_0436_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical SteppeSRM 720: Sand bluestem-little bluestem dunesFB_0436_LF.xml
315437Saltmeadow cordgrass-switchgrass grasslandGrassland occurring in southern Texas on dunes, swales, and barrier islands. Typically dominated by mixed grasses, forbs and vines (depending on topographic position). This fuelbed represents the swale grassland of the coastal matrix. Sparse shrub layer of wax myrtle or acacia and honey mesquite may be present. In the absence of fire, shrubs become more dominant.FB_0437_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_0437_LF.xml
316438Pondcypress/pond apple forestSouth Florida cypress domes are dominated by pondcypress with a mixture of other hydrophytic trees and shrubs. Herbaceous vegetation on the surface is sparse, although epiphytic ferns, bromeliads and orchids are very common in the shrubs and trees.FB_0438_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
SAF 100: PondcypressFB_0438_LF.xml
317439Pondcypress/swamp titi/maidencane savannaCarolina bay savannas are elliptical wetlands occurring primarily in the Atlantic Coastal Plain of North and South Carolina and Georgia. The bays have highly variable species composition and structure. This fuelbed represents a grassland with an open canopy of pondcypress and scattered shrubs (the shrubs may also occur in an ecotonal zone around the grassland).FB_0439_LF.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 100: PondcypressFB_0439_LF.xml
318440Pondcypress-cabbage palm-strangler fig forestCaribbean swamp forests occur in southern Florida and are dominated by pondcypress and mixed hardwoods. The composition is a mixture of temperate and tropical species in the canopy, shrub and nonwoody layers. Herbaceous vegetation may be sparse or widespread depending on canopy and shrub density. Epiphytic ferns, bromeliads and orchids are very common in the shrubs and trees.FB_0440_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
SAF 100: Pondcypress
SRM 816: Cabbage palm hammocks
FB_0440_LF.xml
319441Red maple-black ash/common winterberry forestCentral Interior and Appalachian swamp forests occur in northern midwestern U.S. but are also present in the Northeast. Elms, ashes and maples dominate the canopy and birch, white pine, red spruce and eastern hemlock are possible associates.FB_0441_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 62: Silver maple-American elmFB_0441_LF.xml
320442Bulrush grasslandPrairie potholes are typically dominated by herbaceous vegetation. Bulrushes are a common dominant species, although vegetation composition is highly variable depending on topograpy, hydrology, and salinity. This fuelbed represents pothole vegetation dominated by bulrushes with standing water through much of the growing season and very little soil organic matter content.FB_0442_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
FB_0442_LF.xml
321443Prairie cordgrass-bluejoint grasslandGreat Plains marshes are dominated by tall grasses including prairie cordgrass and bluejoint. These wet grasslands occur in riparian areas from north central US south to Texas. In some areas, the soils may have high organic matter content.FB_0443_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
SRM 726: CordgrassFB_0443_LF.xml
322445Woollyfruit sedge-yellow sedge grasslandCentral Interior and Appalachian wetlands composed of shrubs and a dense herbaceous layer on muck or peat soils. These wetlands occur in the north central US and east into the Appalachians. Sedges often dominate these wetlands and a mix of generally short shrubs may be scattered or dense over the herbaceous layer.FB_0445_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
FB_0445_LF.xml
323448Bald cypress-tupelo/swamp titi forestNonriverine swamp forest dominated by bald cypress and water tupelo that occurs in very poorly drained areas of the mid-Atlantic Coastal Plain. The shrub layer in these swamps tends to be more dense than in riverine swamps.FB_0448_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 102: Baldcypress-tupeloFB_0448_LF.xml
324449Pin oak-white oak/buttonbush forestNorth-Central Interior wet flatwoods occur on poorly drained uplands or as depressions on glacial plains throughout the glaciated midwest and east into New England. Stands are dominated by oak species with a variety of associated hardwoods that vary by geographic location.FB_0449_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot ContinentalSAF 65: Pin oak-sweetgumFB_0449_LF.xml
325450Oak-Ashe juniper forestEdwards Plateau slope forest and woodland. These systems are characterized by dominance of evergreen oaks (such as Quercus fusiformis, Q. buckleyi, or Q. sinuata var. brevifolia), often with Ashe juniper. The structure ranges from open to closed canopy over a variable shrub layer with grassy openings. This fuelbed type occurs in the Edwards Plateau region of Texas.FB_0450_LF.xmlMixed ForestNone320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 66: Ashe juniper-redberry (Pinchot) juniperFB_0450_LF.xml
326451Texas live oak/roughleaf dogwood forestEdwards Plateau mesic canyon forest. These mesic forests are characterized by dominance of evergreen oaks (such as Quercus fusiformis, Q. buckleyi, or Q. sinuata var. brevifolia) and other hardwoods. The structure ranges from open to closed canopy over a variable shrub layer with grassy openings. This fuelbed type occurs in the Edwards Plateau region of Texas.FB_0451_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
SAF 66: Ashe juniper-redberry (Pinchot) juniperFB_0451_LF.xml
327453Bluestem-tall fescue-switchgrass grasslandThis grassland fuelbed represents old fields in the central and eastern US that are transitioning toward shrub and tree development. Composition varies by geographic location.FB_0453_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0453_LF.xml
328454American beech-maple/American red raspberry forestA northern hardwood forest with beech and pin cherry as the most abundant species in the midstory. These species dominated the regeneration following selection cuts in the past. Some beech, sugar maple and yellow birch have grown through to the overstory. This fuelbed represents stands greater than 60 years old with a history of selective tree harvests but no recent management.FB_0454_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestSelection Cut (thin large diameter)Class 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 17: Pin cherry
SAF 25: Sugar maple-beech-yellow birch
FB_0454_LF.xml
329455Red pine forestRed pine plantations are common throughout the Great Lakes region. The canopy is dominated by red pine, with other species naturally regenerating beneath in the midstory and understory. This fuelbed represents a 40 to 50 year old plantation that was thinned about 10 years ago.FB_0455_LF.xmlConifer ForestThinning (thin from below)Class 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
210: Warm Continental
SAF 15: Red pine
SAF 21: Eastern white pine
FB_0455_LF.xml
330456Chinese tallow forestIntroduced wetland vegetation dominated by Chinese tallow (Triadica sebifera). Stands occur throughout the southeastern coastal plain. Tallow invades all types of wetland vegetation from forests to grasslands. This fuelbed represents a dense forest established in a former coastal grassland.FB_0456_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalFB_0456_LF.xml
331457Florida strangler fig-gumbo limbo-cabbage palm forestSouth Florida Coastal Strand and Maritime Hammock. This hardwood hammock vegetation occurs in South Florida on various substrates from shallow soils over limestone rock to deeper organic soils built up over time in marshes. The area closer to the coast may be wind-pruned, but further inland trees are more protected and reach normal heights. The closed canopy is dominated by a wide variety of tropical hardwoods over a fairly sparse shrub layer and very sparse nonwoody layer.FB_0457_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0457_LF.xml
332458Berlandier's fiddlewood-Texas ebony shrublandSouth Texas Lomas. This evergreen thornscrub vegetation occurs on xeric clay loam soils adjacent to tidal flats in South Texas.FB_0458_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high310: Tropical/Subtropical SteppeFB_0458_LF.xml
333459Northern oak forestLaurentian oak barrens occur in the Great Lakes region on dry soils. The canopy is dominated by pin oak with scattered pines. Shrub layer is sparse. Herbaceous layer is dominated by grasses and sedges.FB_0459_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 14: Northern pin oakFB_0459_LF.xml
334460Northern pine-oak forestLaurentian pine-oak barrens occur in the Great Lakes region on dry soils. The canopy is dominated by large pines and pin oak. Shrub layer is sparse. Herbaceous layer is dominated by grasses and sedges.FB_0460_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pine
SAF 14: Northern pin oak
FB_0460_LF.xml
335461Post oak-black oak forestDry forests dominated by mixed oak species, usually post oak and black oak. Other oaks may also be present depending on geographic location and soil type. These forests occur mainly in the Piedmont of the southern U.S. This fuelbed represents stands greater than 90 years old.FB_0461_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oak
SAF 110: Black oak
FB_0461_LF.xml
336462Spruce-hardwood barrensBlack spruce and red spruce with mixed hardwoods occurring in the Acadian near-boreal zone. The overstory can be sparse to almost closed. The shrub layer is characterized by a dense ericaceous shrubs and lichens are often abundant in the ground layer.FB_0462_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 12: Black spruce
SAF 32: Red spruce
FB_0462_LF.xml
337463Willow oak-water oak forestEast Gulf Coastal Plain southern hardwood flatwoods are multilayerd forests dominated by oaks and other hardwoods on moist to wet sites.FB_0463_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 88: Willow oak-water oak-diamondleaf oakFB_0463_LF.xml
338464Loblolly pine-willow oak forestEast Gulf Coastal Plain southern pine-hardwood flatwoods are multilayerd forests dominated by loblolly pine, oaks and other hardwoods on moist to wet sites.FB_0464_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 88: Willow oak-water oak-diamondleaf oak
SAF 82: Loblolly pine-hardwood
FB_0464_LF.xml
339465Post oak-southern red oak-loblolly pine forestWest Gulf Coastal Plain hardwood flatwoods occur in Arkansas, Louisiana and eastern Texas. These woodlands typically have an open canopy of dry site oaks and scattered pines over a grass or mixed herbaceous layer. A sparse shrub layer of small trees and shrubs may be present.FB_0465_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oakFB_0465_LF.xml
340466Loblolly pine-post oak-southern red oak forestWest Gulf Coastal Plain pine and hardwood flatwoods occur in Arkansas, Louisiana and eastern Texas. These woodlands typically have an open canopy of pines and dry site oaks over a grass or mixed herbaceous layer. A sparse shrub layer of small trees and shrubs may be present.FB_0466_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 40: Post oak-blackjack oakFB_0466_LF.xml
341467Northern and Central native ruderal forestEarly successional forests, often growing on abandoned agrictultural fields of the central and northeastern US dominated by a variety of native species incuding white pine, maples, birches, and others.FB_0467_LF.xmlMixed ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 20: White pine-northern red oak-red mapleFB_0467_LF.xml
342468Edwards Plateau floodplain terraceHardwood floodplain forest dominated by pecan and sugarberry occurring along major streams and rivers from Kansas and Arkansas, south to Texas and Louisiana.FB_0468_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
250: Prairie
SAF 52: White oak-black oak-northern red oakFB_0468_LF.xml
343469Northern and central ruderal wet meadow and marshWet meadow or marsh vegetation heavily invaded by purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) or cattail (Typha latifolia) occurring in the central and northern United States and much of eastern Canada.FB_0469_LF.xmlGrasslandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0469_LF.xml
344470Southeastern native ruderal forestStands are dominated by loblolly pine and weedy hardwood species. Native weedy species and introduced trees dominate the overstory and a mix of native and introduced shrub and herbaceous species dominate the understory.FB_0470_LF.xmlGrasslandPrescribed FireClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0470_LF.xml
345471Ouachita novaculite glade and woodlandGlades and woodlands on novaculite geology in western Arkansas. Mosaics of oak and juniper woodland, areas of stunted Quercus marilandica var. ashei, and rock outcrops with lichens.FB_0471_LF.xmlSavannaNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
SAF 46: Eastern redcedar
SRM 733: Juniper-oak
SRM 803: Missouri glade
FB_0471_LF.xml
346472Laurentian acidic rocky outcropOpen jack pine and black spruce woodland occurs in the northern Great Lake States on shallow sandy or rocky sites. The vegetation is scattered jack pine and black spruce with an understory composed of dwarf shrubs, a sparse herbaceous layer and mosses and lichens.FB_0472_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSAF 1: Jack pineFB_0472_LF.xml
347473Texas plains xeric sandylandXeric herbaceous grassland with patches of oak woodland or savanna in east-central Texas.FB_0473_LF.xmlSavannaFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
330: Temperate Steppe
SAF 42: Bur oak (eastern)
SAF 236: Bur oak (western)
SRM 801: Savanna
FB_0473_LF.xml
348474Acadian sub-boreal spruce flatMature red spruce -- balsam fir forest which generally occurs between 800 and 3,000 feet. Fire frequency has increased since European occupation. Red spruce -- balsam fir forests are susceptible to spruce budworm infestations. This fuelbed is described from a site that was clearcut for agricultural use and abandoned over 100 years previously.FB_0474_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate210: Warm Continental
220: Hot Continental
SAF 33: Red spruce-balsam firFB_0474_LF.xml
349475Southern Coastal Plain herbaceous seepSeepage wetlands of the eastern Gulf coastal plain occuring from Louisiana east across northern Florida. These fire-maintained wetlands are dominated by grasses, sedges and forbs. Shrubs become established in the absence of fire.FB_0475_LF.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0475_LF.xml
350476West Gulf Coastal Plain herbaceous seep and bogMesic to wet savannas with very open, scattered longleaf pine over a diverse herbaceous layer dominated by grasses and many forb species, 2-3 years after prescribed fire. History of periodic prescribed fire maintains herbaceous layer diversity by reducing cover native and nonative understory shrubs and trees.FB_0476_LF.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0476_LF.xml
351477Central Florida wet prairie and herbaceous seepMesic to wet savannas with very open, scattered longleaf pine over a diverse herbaceous layer dominated by grasses and many forb species, 2-3 years after prescribed fire. History of periodic prescribed fire maintains herbaceous layer diversity by reducing cover native and nonative understory shrubs and trees.FB_0477_LF.xmlSavannaPrescribed FireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0477_LF.xml
352478South Florida pine rocklandOpen canopy of South florida slash pine with a patchy shrub layer and a diverse herbaceous layer. The open shrub/subcanopy layer contains many palm and hardwood species. The herbaceous layer is also diverse, with many grass, forb, fern and sedge species.FB_0478_LF.xmlConifer ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SAF 70: Longleaf pine
SRM 812: North Florida flatwoods
SRM 821: Pitcher plant bogs
FB_0478_LF.xml
353479Pacific Islands palm forestMaritime forests found principally on the lee sides of dunes throughout the southern Atlantic and Gulf Coastal plains in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Alabama. The area closer to the coast may be wind-pruned, but further inland trees are more protected and reach normal heights.FB_0479_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: SubtropicalSAF 74: Cabbage palmetto
SRM 816: Cabbage palm hammocks
SRM 817: Oak hammocks
FB_0479_LF.xml
354480Hawai'i introduced wetland vegetationMarsh vegetation dominated by introduced species in Hawai'i. Batis maritima, Juncus and Typha species are common wetland invasives in Hawai'i.FB_0480_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SRM 806: Gulf coast salt marsh
SRM 818: Florida salt marsh
FB_0480_LF.xml
355481Caribbean Pterocarpus swampCaribbean swamp forest or woodland on alluvial soils with Pterocarpus and other evergreens and palms.FB_0481_LF.xmlConifer ForestNone230: SubtropicalSAF 98: Pond pineFB_0481_LF.xml
356482South Florida dwarf cypress savannaTropical wet prairies of southern Florida dominated by sawgrass (Cladium mariscus ssp. jamaicense) and muhly grass (Muhlenbergia filipes). This fuelbed represents an intact wet prairie.FB_0482_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SRM 819: Freshwater marsh and pondsFB_0482_LF.xml
357483Southern Vancouverian lowland ruderal grassland & shrublandCoastal Pacific northwest shrubland dominated by invasive shrubs and grasses.FB_0483_LF.xmlSavannaClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0483_LF.xml
358484Tamaulipan Saline ThornscrubOpen shrubland on saline clays in the Tamaulipan region of southern Texas. Honey mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) forms a sparse canopy over a variety of shrubs and subshrubs.FB_0484_LF.xmlSavannaClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0484_LF.xml
359485Hawai'i introduced evergreen shrublandThis introduced evergreen shrubland is dominated by Schinus terebinthifolius (Christmas berry) and/or Ulex euopaeus (gorse). Christmas berry invades wet lowland plant communities. Gorse can invade dry areas, mesic or wet areas, upland forests and subalpine shrublands.FB_0485_LF.xmlShrublandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate230: Subtropical
410: Savanna
SRM 816: Cabbage palm hammocksFB_0485_LF.xml
360486Northern Atlantic coastal plain calcareous ravineRavine system that includes mesic slope forests of beech, poplar and oaks; forested seepage wetlands with ash, maple and swamp tupelo; and drier slope forests of chinquapin oak and chestnut oak. This fuelbed describes the drier slope forest.FB_0486_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestFire ExclusionClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 20: White pine-northern red oak-red maple
SAF 44: Chestnut oak
FB_0486_LF.xml
361487Semi-desert coastal scrub shrublandSucculent shrublands along coastal bluffs in southern California and Baja Norte, Mexico.FB_0487_LF.xmlShrublandNone260: MediterraneanSRM 507: Palo Verde-cactusFB_0487_LF.xml
362488Atlantic coastal plain northern bogSphagnum bog vegetation in acidic, tannic water with floating or grounded sphagnum mat and evergreen shrubs and scattered trees in the shrub layer and overstory.FB_0488_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low210: Warm ContinentalSRM 209: Montane shrublandFB_0488_LF.xml
363489Interior West ruderal riparian scrubRiparian vegetation of the interior West dominated by non-native Tamarix spp. and other ruderal species.FB_0489_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate Desert
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SRM 414: Salt desert shrubFB_0489_LF.xml
364490West gulf coastal plain flatwoods pond grasslandDepression ponds within wet pine flatwoods. Tall wetland grasses and sedges dominate the vegetation, but semi-aquatic herbaceous species are present also. Woody shrubs may be present but most are excluded due to periodic fires in the surrounding flatwoods.FB_0490_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0490_LF.xml
365491East gulf coastal plain depression pondshorePondshore vegetation of the Eastern Gulf coastal plain. Vegetation varies among occurrences and is zonal with water depth. Fuelbed represents a grass dominated pondshore.FB_0491_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0491_LF.xml
366492Southeastern coastal plain interdunal wetlandWet dune swales on Gulf and Atlantic coast barrier islands. Most sites are graminoid dominated but the mix of species varies widely. This fuelbed represents sand cordgrass, muhly, bluestem dominated interdunal swale vegetation.FB_0492_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0492_LF.xml
367493Temperate Pacific freshwater emergent marshFreshwater marshes found throughout the temperate Pacific Coast and mountains. These semipermanently flooded marshes hold water through most of the growing season. Soils are mineral or muck. Emergent plants, mostly grasses and sedges, dominate the marshes but floating aquatic plants and various forbs are also present.FB_0493_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0493_LF.xml
368494Inter-mountain basins alkaline closed depressionSeasonally flooded playas of the Columbia Plateau and northern Great Basin that are dominated by salt-tolerant species.FB_0494_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0494_LF.xml
369495Caribbean emergent wetlandsCaribbean freshwater emergent marsh hold water through most of the growing season. Emergent plants such as grasses and sedges dominate the vegetation but floating aquatic plants and various forbs are also present.FB_0495_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 422: Riparian (great basin)
FB_0495_LF.xml
370496Western larch savannaWestern larch savanna with open overstory and sparse understory trees. Grasses dominate the surface vegetationFB_0496_LF.xmlConifer ForestNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
SAF 212: Western larch
SAF 218: Lodgepole pine
FB_0496_LF.xml
371497North Pacific maritime coastal sand dune ruderal scrub & herb vegetationDune vegetation on shifting sands dominated by non-native beach grasses and low shrubs.FB_0497_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 903: Beach wildrye-mixed forbFB_0497_LF.xml
372498Interior western North American temperate ruderal grassland & shrublandWidespread upland shrubland and grassland dominated by invasive, non-native species.FB_0498_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
130: Subarctic
120: Tundra
SRM 903: Beach wildrye-mixed forbFB_0498_LF.xml
373499Tamaulipan depression woodlandDepression woodland in eastern Texas with scattered small trees and shrubs over a diverse herbaceous layer of dryland and wetland species.FB_0499_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0499_LF.xml
374500Shrub steppe of the Llano Estacado escarpmentCaprock escarpment shrub steppe in western Texas and eastern New Mexico. The shrub layer is highly variable ranging from sparse to dense with some potentially reaching tree stature. The herbaceous layer is typically sparse.FB_0500_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0500_LF.xml
375501Yellow poplar ruderal swamp forestmaybe delete - check for similar fuelbeds to use.FB_0501_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low220: Hot Continental
230: Subtropical
SAF 57: Yellow-poplar
SAF 60: Beech-sugar maple
FB_0501_LF.xml
376502Cumberland sandstone glade and barrensCumberland sandstone glade and barrens vegetation occurs in east-central Tennessee and is composed of bluestem grasses with highly variable mixed forbs and lichens. A sparse canopy layer of Virginia pine, red maple or other dry site pines and oaks is possible. Rocky outcrops with lichens and very sparse herbaceous vegetation are common.FB_0502_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0502_LF.xml
377503Panhandle Florida limestone gladeLimestone glades of the Florida panhandle with areas of exposed limestone, grasses and forbs, and woody species on soil islands and borders of the outcrops.FB_0503_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0503_LF.xml
378504Laurentian-Acadian calcareous rocky outcropCalcareous rocky outcrop with an open canopy of eastern redcedar and several hardwoods over a relatively diverse herbaceous layer. Vegetation is scattered in shallow soil islands, rock fissures and in deeper soil surrounding the outcrop.FB_0504_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0504_LF.xml
379505Northern Appalachian-Acadian rocky heath outcropDry, acidic oak woodland that occurs on upper slopes and summits from New England to West Virginia. Somewhat stunted red oak and other northern oaks and hardwoods dominate the open overstory. Evergreen shrubs dominate the dwarf shrub layer. Deciduous shrubs may be present also.FB_0505_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSRM 710: Bluestem prairieFB_0505_LF.xml
380506Idaho fescue-California oatgrass grasslandPerennial bunchgrass communities used to be more frequent in the Pacific Northwest than they are now. They are being lost due to development, grazing, and the absence of fire. This grassland fuelbed occurs in the Wallowa Mountains and Blue Mountains.FB_0506_LF.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
SAF 233: Oregon white oak
SRM 304: Idaho fescue-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 613: Fescue grassland
FB_0506_LF.xml
381507North-central interior quartzite gladeOak-hickory glades on thin, acidic silt loam soils with exposed bedrock. Tree canopy is fairly dense, the shrub layer is sparse, and the herbacous layer is fairly diverse.FB_0507_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0507_LF.xml
382508Southern and Central Appalachian mafic glade and barrensVegetation is a patchy mosaic of small bare rock outcrops, open woodlands of oaks and conifers, a short shrub component and a fairly dense herbaceous layer.FB_0508_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0508_LF.xml
383509Southern Ridge and Valley calcareous glade and woodlandVegetation is a mosaic of open grass and herb glades surrounded by woodlands of oaks and juniper.FB_0509_LF.xmlSavannaNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0509_LF.xml
384511Use this one: Southeastern coastal plain natural lakeshoreLakeshore vegetation of southeastern Atlantic coastal plain. Vegetation ranges from emergent aquatic species to grasses and forbs along the shoreline. May grade into swamp forest in some areas.FB_0511_LF.xmlMixed ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: SubtropicalSAF 100: PondcypressFB_0511_LF.xml
385512Texas-Louisiana coastal prairie pondshoreWetlands within coastal areas of southeastern Texas and Louisiana that are dominated by grasses, sedges and forbs.FB_0512_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low310: Tropical/Subtropical SteppeSRM 720: Sand bluestem-little bluestem dunesFB_0512_LF.xml
386513Southwest Florida dune and coastal grasslandCoastal grassland occurring in southwest Florida on dunes and barrier islands. Typical dune species such as Uniola paniculata and Iva imbricata are present.FB_0513_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_0513_LF.xml
387514Pacific coastal dunes grasslandCoastal grassland on sand dunes of the Pacific Coast. Vegetation is patchy and dominated by native grasses and forbs. The introduced grass Ammophila arenaria is prevalent in some dune systems.FB_0514_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_0514_LF.xml
388516Great lakes duneCoastal grassland on sand dunes along shorelines of the Great Lakes. Native grasses colonize different zones: Ammophila breviligulata on foredunes, Calamovilfa longifolia on blowouts, and Schizachyrium scoparium in stablie areas.FB_0516_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_0516_LF.xml
389517Caribbean coastal beach systemsCoastal vegetation on open beaches of the Carribbean islands and coastlines. Vegetation is patchy and dominated by grasses and forbs. Isolated short trees or shrubs are present on some dunes.FB_0517_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_0517_LF.xml
390518Northern and Central plains ruderal grassland and shrublandNorthern Plains grassland that is now dominated by introduced species due to past land use disturbances.FB_0518_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0518_LF.xml
391519Southeastern ruderal grasslandThis grassland fuelbed represents old fields in the southeastern US. Composition varies with geographic location, but includes weedy native and introduced species.FB_0519_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
SRM 601: Bluestem prairie
SRM 710: Bluestem prairie
FB_0519_LF.xml
392520Caribbean drought deciduous dense woodlandLow stature woodland with a high stem density due to many species that coppice. Trees and shrubs in these dry woodlands are generally either drought deciduous or drought tolerant evergreen species.FB_0520_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0520_LF.xml
393521Caribbean semi-deciduous and drought deciduous forest on alluviumSemi-deciduous and drought deciduous forests on alluvial soils dominated by gumbo-limbo, acacias, and velvet mesquite.FB_0521_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0521_LF.xml
394522Caribbean seasonal evergreen and semi-deciduous forest on karstCaribbean forest vegetation dominated by seasonal evergreen and semi-deciduous trees.FB_0522_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0522_LF.xml
395523Caribbean seasonal evergreen and evergreen forestSeasonal evergreen forest dominated by false mastic, pricklyash and other evergreen trees.FB_0523_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0523_LF.xml
396524Caribbean evergreen and seasonal evergreen forest on karstEvergreen and seasonal evergreen dense forest vegetation dominated by species that are adapted to frequent drought conditions.FB_0524_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0524_LF.xml
397525Caribbean evergreen forest on serpentineCaribbean evergreen and seasonal evergreen forest growing on serpentine substrate. The canopy is composed of mainly sclerophyllous trees, with vines and cactiFB_0525_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0525_LF.xml
398526Caribbean seasonal evergreen forest with coconut palmSeasonal evergreen forest on limestone-derived soils. Tree layer is dominated by false mastic, pricklyash and other seasoanal evergreen and evergreen trees.FB_0526_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0526_LF.xml
399527Pacific Islands ravine forestBroadleaved evergreen mixed forest with palms, screw pine, and hardwoods in the Pacific Islands.FB_0527_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0527_LF.xml
400528Great Basin & Intermountain ruderal shrublandSagebrush steppe shrublands that have a significant herbaceous component of non-native, invasive species.FB_0528_LF.xmlShrublandClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 314: Big sagebrush-bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 315: Big sagebrush-Idaho fescue
SRM 401: Basin big sagebrush
SRM 402: Mountain big sagebrush
SRM 403: Wyoming big sagebrush
FB_0528_LF.xml
401529Great Basin & Intermountain Introduced Annual and Biennial ForblandSemi-desert scrub and grassland dominated by invasive, non-native shrubs, grasses and forbs.FB_0529_LF.xmlGrasslandClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 101: Bluebunch wheatgrass
SRM 102: Idaho fescue
FB_0529_LF.xml
402530Temperate Pacific subalpine-montane wet meadowMontane and subalpine wet meadows of the Pacific Northwest are commonly dominated by grasses and sedges with less abundant forbs. This fuelbed is based on a widespread Carex aquatilis meadow type.FB_0530_LF.xmlShrublandWildfireClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 209: Montane shrubland
SRM 216: Montane meadows
FB_0530_LF.xml
403531Rocky Mountain alpine-montane wet meadowMontane and alpine meadows dominated by graminoids with scattered herbaceous species. These meadows are typically cold and wet, and have a short growing season. The meadows are often a mix of plant associations so many species may occupy a relatively small area.FB_0531_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 914: Mesic sedge-grass-herb meadow tundra
FB_0531_LF.xml
404532Western ruderal marsh or wet meadowWet meadows or marshes of the western US that are dominated by various non-native species of sedges, grasses, and herbs.FB_0532_LF.xmlGrasslandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low240: Marine
330: Temperate Steppe
340: Temperate Desert
SRM 216: Montane meadows
SRM 914: Mesic sedge-grass-herb meadow tundra
FB_0532_LF.xml
405533California ruderal grassland meadowGrasslands dominated by non-native grasses and forbs in warm-temperate or Mediterranean California. Non-native species dominate the foliar cover (50-96%).FB_0533_LF.xmlGrasslandClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate260: MediterraneanSRM 214: Coastal prairieFB_0533_LF.xml
406534Pacific islands savannaPacific islands savanna with understory dominated by Miscanthus floridulus (Pacific islands silvergrass) with Casuarina equisetifolia (beach she-oak) in the sparse tree layer.FB_0534_LF.xmlSavannaIntroduction of Exotic SpeciesClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high420: RainforestFB_0534_LF.xml
407535Northwestern Great Plains canyon shrublandRiparian wet shrubland of the northwestern Great Plains that is dominated by willow shrubs and perennial grasses.FB_0535_LF.xmlShrublandNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low120: Tundra
130: Subarctic
SRM 901: Alder (Alaska)
SRM 921: Willow
FB_0535_LF.xml
408538Pacific Islands limestone forestBroadleaf, evergreen forests on limestone plateaus or cliffs on Pacific Islands. There are different vegetation structures, e.g., dense scrub, on thinner soils near limestone outcrops and cliffs.FB_0538_LF.xmlBroadleaf ForestNoneClass 1: Fire regimes are within the natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is low410: SavannaSAF 105: Tropical hardwoods (Florida)FB_0538_LF.xml
409540Mesquite scrub with invasive grassesThis fuelbed represents a dense, dry-site mesquite scrubby shrubland with invasive grasses.FB_0540_LF.xmlSavannaClass 3: Fire regimes have been substantially altered from their natural (historical) range and the the risk of losing key ecosystem components is high320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertSAF 68: Mesquite
SAF 242: Mesquite
SRM 728: Mesquite-granjeno-acacia
SRM 729: Mesquite
FB_0540_LF.xml
410542Colorado Plateau pinyon-juniper shrublandDwarfed pinyon-juniper that occur on semi-arid sites on rocky substrates with limited soil depth.FB_0542_LF.xmlConifer ForestClass 2: Fire regimes have been altered from their natural (historical) range and the risk of losing key ecosystem components is moderate340: Temperate DesertSAF 239: Pinyon-juniper
SRM 412: Juniper-pinyon woodland
FB_0542_LF.xml
4111201Corn field - post harvestCorn crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1201_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
FB_1201_AG.xml
4121202Cotton field - post harvestCotton crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1202_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
FB_1202_AG.xml
4131203Rice field - post harvestRice crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1203_AG.xmlGrasslandNone260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
FB_1203_AG.xml
4141205Soybean field - post harvestSoybean crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1205_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1205_AG.xml
4151206Corn field - growing seasonCorn crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1206_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
FB_1206_AG.xml
4161207Cotton field - growing seasonCotton crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1207_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
FB_1207_AG.xml
4171208Rice field - growing seasonRice crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1208_AG.xmlGrasslandNone260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
320: Tropical/Subtropical Desert
FB_1208_AG.xml
4181209Soybean field - growing seasonSoybean crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1209_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1209_AG.xml
4191223Wheat field - post harvestWheat crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1223_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1223_AG.xml
4201224Wheat field - growing seasonWheat crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1224_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1224_AG.xml
4211225Small grains (other) field - post harvestSmall grains (other) crop field. Species may include sorghum, barley, rye, oats, millet, spelt, canola, flaxseed, rape seed, mustard, hops, or triticale. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1225_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1225_AG.xml
4221226Small grains (other) field - growing seasonSmall grains (other) crop field. Species may include sorghum, barley, rye, oats, millet, spelt, canola, flaxseed, rape seed, mustard, hops, or triticale. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1226_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1226_AG.xml
4231227Sugarbeet field - growing seasonSugarbeet crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1227_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1227_AG.xml
4241228Bean field - growing seasonBean crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1228_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1228_AG.xml
4251229Potato field - growing seasonPotato crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1229_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
FB_1229_AG.xml
4261230Other crop fields - growing seasonOther crop fields. Species may include sunflowers, peanuts, tobacco, mint, safflower, sweet potatoes, or herbs. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1230_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1230_AG.xml
4271231Sugarcane field - post harvestSugarcane crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1231_AG.xmlGrasslandNone420: Rainforest
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_1231_AG.xml
4281232Miscellaneous vegetable or fruit field - growing seasonMiscellaneous vegetable or fruit crop field. Species may include watermelon, onion, tomato, caneberries, carrot, asparagus, garlic, canteloupe, broccoli, peppers, greens, strawberries, squash, lettuce, or pumpkins. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1232_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1232_AG.xml
4291241Sugarbeet field - post harvestSugarbeet crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1241_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1241_AG.xml
4301242Bean field - post harvestBean crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1242_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1242_AG.xml
4311243Potato field - post harvestPotato crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1243_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
FB_1243_AG.xml
4321244Other crop fields - post harvestOther crop fields. Species may include sunflowers, peanuts, tobacco, mint, safflower, sweet potatoes, or herbs. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1244_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1244_AG.xml
4331245Sugarcane field - growing seasonSugarcane crop field. Fuelbed represents growing season standing crop.FB_1245_AG.xmlGrasslandNone420: Rainforest
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
310: Tropical/Subtropical Steppe
FB_1245_AG.xml
4341247Miscellaneous vegetable or fruit field - post harvestMiscellaneous vegetable or fruit crop field. Species may include watermelon, onion, tomato, caneberries, carrot, asparagus, garlic, canteloupe, broccoli, peppers, greens, strawberries, squash, lettuce, or pumpkins. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1247_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1247_AG.xml
4351252Lentil field - post harvestLentil crop field. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1252_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1252_AG.xml
4361253Lentil field - growing seasonLentil crop field. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1253_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1253_AG.xml
4371260Biofuel field - post harvestBiofuel crop field. Species may include camelina or switchgrass. Fuelbed represents post harvest field with crop residue.FB_1260_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1260_AG.xml
4381261Fallow field - growing seasonFallow crop field. Species may include grasses and other herbaceous species. Fuelbed represents fallow field conditions with standing ruderal vegetation.FB_1261_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1261_AG.xml
4391262Pasture or grass field - grazed or mownPasture or grass crop field. Fuelbed represents grazed pasture or mown grass field.FB_1262_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1262_AG.xml
4401263Biofuel field - growing seasonBiofuel crop field. Species may include camelina or switchgrass. Fuelbed represents field during growing season.FB_1263_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1263_AG.xml
4411264Pasture or grass field - ungrazed or unmownPasture or grass crop field. Fuelbed represents ungrazed pasture or unmown grass field.FB_1264_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1264_AG.xml
4421271Tree nut field - no inter-row groundcoverTree nut field. Species may include pistachios, pecans, almonds, or walnuts. Fuelbed represents row planted trees with very little groundcover.FB_1271_AG.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1271_AG.xml
4431272Tree nut field - with inter-row groundcoverTree nut field. Species may include pistachios, pecans, almonds, or walnuts. Fuelbed represents row planted trees with grass groundcover between rows.FB_1272_AG.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
330: Temperate Steppe
FB_1272_AG.xml
4441273Tree fruit field - no inter-row groundcoverTree fruit field. Species may include cherry, peach, apple, citrus, pear, prune, orange, pomegranate, nectarine, plum, or apricot trees or grapes. Fuelbed represents row planted trees or vines with very little groundcover.FB_1273_AG.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
FB_1273_AG.xml
4451274Tree fruit field - with inter-row groundcoverTree fruit field. Species may include cherry, peach, apple, citrus, pear, prune, orange, pomegranate, nectarine, plum, or apricot trees or grapes. Fuelbed represents row planted trees or vines with grass groundcover between rows.FB_1274_AG.xmlBroadleaf ForestNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
FB_1274_AG.xml
4461280Bluegrass or grass seed field - post harvest or mownSod or lawn grass seed crop field. Fuelbed represents mown sod or post harvest grass seed field with crop residue.FB_1280_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1280_AG.xml
4471281Pasture, hay, or alfalfa field - grazed or harvestedPasture, hay or alfalfa crop field. Species may include alfalfa, clover, wildflower and grasses other than Johnson grass. Fuelbed represents grazed or harvested field.FB_1281_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1281_AG.xml
4481282Bluegrass or grass seed field - unmown or unharvestedSod or lawn grass seed crop field. Fuelbed represents unmown sod or unharvested grass seed field.FB_1282_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1282_AG.xml
4491283Pasture, hay, or alfalfa field - ungrazed or unharvestedPasture, hay or alfalfa crop field. Species may include alfalfa, clover, wildflower and grasses other than Johnson grass. Fuelbed represents ungrazed or unharvested field.FB_1283_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1283_AG.xml
4501290Winter wheat and corn (double crop) fieldWinter wheat and corn double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1290_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
340: Temperate Desert
FB_1290_AG.xml
4511291Wheat and soybean (double crop) fieldWinter wheat and soybean double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1291_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
FB_1291_AG.xml
4521292Other grain and corn (double crop) fieldGrain (except winter wheat) and corn double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1292_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
230: Subtropical
FB_1292_AG.xml
4531293Lettuce and durum wheat (double crop) fieldLettuce and durum wheat double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1293_AG.xmlGrasslandNone320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertFB_1293_AG.xml
4541294Lettuce and upland cotton (double crop) fieldLettuce and upland cotton double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1294_AG.xmlGrasslandNone320: Tropical/Subtropical DesertFB_1294_AG.xml
4551295Wheat and sorghum (double crop) fieldWheat and sorghum double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1295_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
240: Marine
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
FB_1295_AG.xml
4561296Wheat and cotton (double crop) fieldWheat and cotton double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1296_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
260: Mediterranean
250: Prairie
420: Rainforest
410: Savanna
FB_1296_AG.xml
4571297Soybean and cotton (double crop) fieldSoybean and cotton double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1297_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
FB_1297_AG.xml
4581298Soybean and other grain (double crop) fieldSoybean and any grain except winter wheat double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1298_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
FB_1298_AG.xml
4591299Corn and soybean (double crop) fieldCorn and soybean double crop field. Fuelbed represents post-harvest field with residue from either crop.FB_1299_AG.xmlGrasslandNone220: Hot Continental
250: Prairie
410: Savanna
230: Subtropical
210: Warm Continental
FB_1299_AG.xml