Tidal Flat (Geoform Type)

Component: Geoform

Unique Identifier: 99

Geoform Origin	Geologic
Geoform	Flat
Geoform Type	Tidal Flat

Description

Definition

An extensive, nearly horizontal, barren (or sparsely vegetated) tract of land that is alternately covered and uncovered by the tide. Tidal flats consist of unconsolidated sediment (mostly clays, silts and/or sand, and organic materials).