Main Title |
Data-collection methods and data summary for the assessment of water quality in Cedar Creek, west-central Illinois |
Author |
McFarlane, R. D.
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Other Authors |
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Publisher |
U.S. Geological Survey, |
Year Published |
1987 |
OCLC Number |
17526560 |
Subjects |
Water quality management--Illinois--Cedar Creek ;
Stream measurements--Illinois--Cedar Creek
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Additional Info |
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Last Modified |
Checkout Status |
EJBM |
QE75.O65 no.87-543 |
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Headquarters Library/Washington,DC |
02/28/2007 |
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Collation |
vi, 177 p. : ill., maps ; 28 cm. |
Abstract |
A water-quality, data-collection network on a 26.2-mile reach of Cedar Creek in west-central Illinois was operated from May through December 1985 and from March through October 1986. The study reach drains a 60.8-square-mile area of predominantly agricultural land. However, the city of Galesburg contributes combined- and storm-sewer discharge to the creek that can affect the water quality. This report presents the streamflow and water-quality data collected and describes the methods and instrumentation used. Continuous discharge data were determined at eight gaging stations--five on the main stem and three on tributaries of Cedar Creek. Flows ranged from 0 to 1,200 cubic feet per second. A total of 8 storm sewers and 51 combined sewers were monitored or inspected as part of the study. |
Notes |
Chiefly tables. Spine title: Data-collection methods and data summary for Cedar Creek, west-central Illinois. Bibliography: p. 29-30. |