A n t e l o p e  V a l l e y  D u s t  C o n t r o l  G r o u p

On-site identification and assessment of sand and dust source areas

Evaluation of sand transport impacts on neighboring properties

Monitoring of sand flow as the driver for inhalable fine particle emissions

Monitoring the air quality impacts and health implications of blowing dust

Review of site development plans for dust generation potential

Adaptation of site development procedures to minimize land disturbance

Development of natural and cost-effective measures for dust mitigation

Development and review of dust mitigation plans

Consultation with land-owners in providing practical dust control

Support and guidance to permitting agencies

Participation in research studies on the effectiveness of wind barriers and blowsand coverings in curtailing windblown dust generation

Hands-on experience in development of affordable measures for sustaining vegetation and stability of desert lands

Experience in preparing practical, understandable technical guidance on dust control problems and solutions

Observation and assessment of the deficiencies of conventional dust controls when applied to the desert environment

Field studies on the critical role of minimizing land disturbance in controlling windblown dust generation

Extensive involvement in defining community concerns about the effects of dust storms