reclamation success criteria

Reclamation success criteria are the specific goals used to determine if a disturbed site has been effectively restored to a healthy, stable state. These criteria typically include successful re-establishment of native vegetation, stable soil structure to prevent erosion, and the restoration of natural habitat functions. Essentially, they measure whether the land can support similar ecological processes and species as before it was disturbed. Meeting these criteria indicates that reclamation efforts have been effective in restoring environmental health, safety, and sustainability of the site for future use or natural recovery.