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DISSOLVED OXYGEN PROFILES AND WATER QUALITY ANALYSIS IN THE MILNER RESERVOIR NEAR BURLEY IDAHO, IDAHO, OCTOBER 1975
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On August 29, 1975, Parametrix, Inc. conducted a water sampling program in the Milner Reservoir. This program was designed to determine the effects of the Ore-Ida and Simplot Companies discharges upon the dissolved oxygen, pH, alkalinity, and BOD of the receiving waters. 7 sampling stations were established in the reservoir both above and below the discharge points of the two plants. Dissolved oxygen levels were supersaturated at all stations. Temperatures ranged between 17C and 18C, too warm for salmonids, but suitable for carp, catfish, suckers, etc. The pH was nearly constant through the length of the study area. Alkalinity was high, thus the system is well buffered. BOD values were generally low. Document No. 75-0926-047FR. David M. DesVoigne, Ph.D. and Robert W. Steele. Parametrix, Inc., Environmental Services Section , 4122 Stone Way North, Seattle, WA 98103. 1975. 7 pp.