Gravel Pits

Dave Norman et al. (WaDNR) have documented the hazards of pit capture of floodplain mines by the Yakima and other rivers
- Washington Geology, September, 1998
Also documented are the potential benefits of incorporating these pits into the normal flow of the river
Floodplain Mining Impact Study recommends a study for reclaiming floodplain mines
Several floodplain pits have already avulsed, including:
- Gladmar, I-90, Selah, Parker and others

Dave Norman et al. (WaDNR) have documented the hazards of pit capture of floodplain mines by the Yakima and other rivers