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OHIO RIVER AT NEWBURGH LOCK AND DAM, MP 776

173, IN

Water Quality

Updated Nov 12

pH Level (Acidity/Alkalinity)8.2

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

Water Temperature21.1 °C

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

Tp (mg/L) (Water Quality Parameter)0.1

Tp (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.

Nh3 (mg/L) (Water Quality Parameter)0.0

Nh3 (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.

Water Temperature21.1 °C

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

Electrical Conductivity407.9 µS/cm

Measures dissolved ions and minerals in water. Indicates salinity and pollution levels. Freshwater: 100-500 µS/cm.

Ortho P (mg/L) (Water Quality Parameter)0.0

Ortho P (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.

Conductivity (µS/cm) (Water Quality Parameter)407.9

Conductivity (µS/cm) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.

Specific Conductance (Electrical Conductivity)407.9 µS/cm

Measures dissolved ions and minerals in water. Indicates salinity and pollution levels. Freshwater: 100-500 µS/cm.

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