NLA_AL-10046
Water Quality
Updated Jul 10Common fecal coliform bacteria indicating possible sewage contamination. EPA recreational limit: <126 MPN/100mL.
Water temperature directly affects fish metabolism and activity. Optimal range varies by species.
Amount of oxygen dissolved in water. Essential for fish survival. 6+ mg/L is ideal for most fish species.
Tn (mg/L) - a water quality measurement. Contact local authorities for specific safety guidelines.
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.
No3 (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 water cloudiness caused by suspended particles. Lower values indicate clearer water. <25 NTU is good.
Amount of oxygen dissolved in water. Essential for fish survival. 6+ mg/L is ideal for most fish species.
Common fecal coliform bacteria indicating possible sewage contamination. EPA recreational limit: <126 MPN/100mL.