Elk River near Tiff City, Mo
Water Quality
Updated Feb 6Measures water acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 0-14. Neutral is 7. Most fish thrive in 6.5-8.5 range.
Common 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.
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.
Fecal indicator bacteria found in intestines. Used to assess water safety for swimming. EPA limit: <35 CFU/100mL.
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.
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.