Doctors Creek on AR-5/262, 2.6 mi NW of Charleston
Water Quality
Updated Nov 18Measures water acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 0-14. Neutral is 7. Most fish thrive in 6.5-8.5 range.
Water temperature directly affects fish metabolism and activity. Optimal range varies by species.
Tp (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.
Nh3 (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.
Measures water cloudiness caused by suspended particles. Lower values indicate clearer water. <25 NTU is good.
Water temperature directly affects fish metabolism and activity. Optimal range varies by species.
Measures dissolved ions and minerals in water. Indicates salinity and pollution levels. Freshwater: 100-500 µS/cm.
Ortho P (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.
Measures water cloudiness caused by suspended particles. Lower values indicate clearer water. <25 NTU is good.
Conductivity (µS/cm) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.
Measures dissolved ions and minerals in water. Indicates salinity and pollution levels. Freshwater: 100-500 µS/cm.