Title: Susquehanna River Quality Monitoring: Monitoring water quality and fecal coliform Bacteria in the Upper Susquehanna River, summer 2006
Abstract:In the continuation of an ongoing study since 1992, the Upper Susquehanna River was sampled weekly throughout summer 2006. Both biotic and abiotic factors were monitored to determine whether the Villa...In the continuation of an ongoing study since 1992, the Upper Susquehanna River was sampled weekly throughout summer 2006. Both biotic and abiotic factors were monitored to determine whether the Village of Cooperstown’s sewage discharge has been affecting water quality in the Susquehanna River. Research is conducted to ensure that nutrients and fecal coliform are assimilated into the river at a low and healthy rate as well as to pinpoint unauthorized sources of pollution. Eleven sample locations were monitored in order to record physical and chemical parameters, nutrient loading, and concentrations of fecal coliform bacteria. Due to several weeks of heavy rainfall and flooding during late June and early July, sample sites along the Upper Susquehanna River were inaccessible and therefore sampling was postponed until floodwaters receded to safe levels. Water quality monitoring throughout summer 2006 saw elevated temperatures and dissolved oxygen levels along the river, as well as extreme dilution of fecal coliform bacterial colonies.Read More
Publication Year: 2006
Publication Date: 2006-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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