Water Sampling
The North Fork Watershed Association conducts bi-annual water sampling throughout various locations along the North Fork Redbank Creek and its tributaries. Water quality monitoring can help predict and learn from natural processes in the environment and determine human impacts on an ecosystem. These measurement efforts can also assist in restoration projects or ensure environmental standards are being met. Want to help? Contact Us
The North Fork Watershed Association conducts bi-annual water sampling throughout various locations along the North Fork Redbank Creek and its tributaries. Water quality monitoring can help predict and learn from natural processes in the environment and determine human impacts on an ecosystem. These measurement efforts can also assist in restoration projects or ensure environmental standards are being met. Want to help? Contact Us
Watersheds in Jefferson County
Some sample definitions for those curious about the parameters tested: Aluminum: Toxic to living organisms above 3 milligrams/liter. Iron: Toxic to living organisms above 3 milligrams/liter. TSS: Total Suspended Solids are solid materials, including organic and inorganic, that are suspended in the water. These would include erosion from urban runoff and agricultural land, industrial wastes, bank erosion, bottom feeders (such as carp), algae growth or wastewater discharges. Conductivity: Conductivity is a measure of the ability of water to pass an electrical current. Conductivity in streams and rivers is affected primarily by the geology of the area through which the water flows. Alkalinity: Alkalinity is a measure of the capacity of water to neutralize acids. pH: pH is a measure of how acidic basic water is. The range goes from 0 - 14, with 7 being neutral. ANC: Acid Neutralization Capacity. This measures the ability of the water to buffer acid. The higher the number, the better it is in most instances |
Water sampling points on North Fork Redbank Creek
Click on each sampling point to see present and past water quality data throughout the North Fork watershed:
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