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What Are Riparian Forest Buffers?

April 26, 2017Buffers forest riparian

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What Are Riparian Forest Buffers?

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Riparian Forest Buffers (RFB) are narrow belts of land along streams, lakes, wetlands, and sinkholes that contain areas of grassland, small to medium-sized shrubs, and trees. They provide a transition zone between aquatic and upland areas. Many natural RFBs in Illinois have been extensively modified or removed. These changes have impacted water quality and other parts of the environment. However, some areas are having these areas restored, and are seeing the benefits.