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Des Moines River at Keosauqua

177, IA
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Water Quality

Updated Apr 2, 2025
Source
WQP
Data age
534 days old
Data confidence
low40%
pH Level (Acidity/Alkalinity)8.7

Measures water acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 0-14. Neutral is 7. Most fish thrive in 6.5-8.5 range.

Escherichia coli (E. coli) Bacteria6100.0 MPN/100mL

Common fecal coliform bacteria indicating possible sewage contamination. EPA recreational limit: <126 MPN/100mL.

Water Temperature10.2 °C

Water temperature directly affects fish metabolism and activity. Optimal range varies by species.

Turbidity (Water Clarity)35.0 NTU

Measures water cloudiness caused by suspended particles. Lower values indicate clearer water. <25 NTU is good.

Ortho P (mg/L) (Other monitoring parameter)0.1

Ortho P (mg/L) - a monitoring measurement reported by this station. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.

Readiness details

recency15
coverage10