Watershed Assessment Framework for National PArk Service Wild and Scenic Rivers

The National Park Service intends to award a single source justified cooperative agreement to Colorado State University for the development of a watershed assessment framework for wild and scenic rivers. The project aims to identify key indicators for watershed health and vulnerability assessments, provide information to prioritize land conservation and restoration activities, and develop cooperative relationships between federal, state, and local agencies. The project will involve the development of a preliminary watershed assessment framework, pilot studies, and focused watershed assessments. The recipient will be responsible for carrying out the statement of work, providing support through research associates and graduate students, and compiling and communicating information. Some key aspects of the project include: • Developing a watershed assessment framework based on publically available information • Identifying key indicators for watershed health and vulnerability assessments • Providing information to prioritize land conservation and restoration activities • Developing cooperative relationships between federal, state, and local agencies • Involving graduate students in the project for additional learning opportunities and resource management experience