This section describes management strategies most likely to be used in marshes along the lagoon. The list is by no means exhaustive, and the techniques described are subject to considerable modification to accommodate different marsh structures and management goals. Major alternatives from each category are described in the remainder of this section.

INDEX TO STRATEGIES:

• Unmodified
• Closed
• Open / No Hydrological Management
• Rotational Impoundment Management
• Seasonal Drawdown
• Cyclic
• Open Marsh Water Management (impounded)
• Continuous Bleed
• Merritt Island NWR Strategy
• Other (impounded)
• Open Marsh Water Management (unimpounded)
• Ditched
• Other (unimpounded)