RUSLE generated estimates of soil loss appear to be reasonable.
Considering possible yearly variations in R-values, differences
in landscape features, and sediment deposition in depressions,
the value estimated using the RUSLE and GIS compared
favorably to that of the measured value. Most importantly, this
study demonstrated that the RUSLE used with appropriate
values for each factor is a useful tool, especially for identifying
high-risk areas where soil conservation practices are needed.
Various soil conservation-planning scenarios can be evaluated
easily through database manipulations. This RUSLE-GIS
model is a valuable tool for assessing various soil conservation
techniques in soil conservation planning at different levels of
scale by land managers.