| Impact ID | 4288 |
| Impact Type | Habitat Alteration |
| Study Type | Anecdotal |
| Study Location | N/A |
| Impact Description | Phragmites australis can act as a sediment trap, preventing erosion and acting as a buffer for wetlands from storms. |
| Reference | 35917 |
| Great Lakes Region | No |
| Cost | |
| Location | Chesapeake Bay |