Chemical-Quality Reconnaissance of the Water and Surficial Bed Material in the Delaware River Estuary and Adjacent New Jersey Tributaries, 1980-81 (open access)

Chemical-Quality Reconnaissance of the Water and Surficial Bed Material in the Delaware River Estuary and Adjacent New Jersey Tributaries, 1980-81

From abstract: This report presents chemical-quality data collected from May 1980 to January 1981 at several locations within the Delaware River estuary and selected New Jersey tributaries.
Date: June 1982
Creator: Hochreiter, Joseph J., Jr.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Preimpoundment Water Quality of the Wild Rice River, Norman County, Minnesota (open access)

Preimpoundment Water Quality of the Wild Rice River, Norman County, Minnesota

From abstract: This report uses water samples collected from two sites at the Wild Rice River in Minnesota to "establish baseline water-quality characteristics before construction of a reservoir near Twin Valley, Minnesota for recreation and flood control." It contains a map, graphs, and tables.
Date: June 1980
Creator: Tornes, Lan H.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Low-Flow Characteristics at Gaging Stations on the Wisconsin, Fox, and Wolf Rivers, Wisconsin (open access)

Low-Flow Characteristics at Gaging Stations on the Wisconsin, Fox, and Wolf Rivers, Wisconsin

From introduction: The purpose of the low-flow characteristics are in some instances affected by the period of record. These characteristics can vary as much as +/- 30 percent at some gaging stations depending on whether or not the severe drought of the 1930's was included in the analysis.
Date: June 1977
Creator: Gebert, W. A. & Holmstrom, B. K.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Summary of Geology and Ground-Water Resources of Passaic County, New Jersey (open access)

Summary of Geology and Ground-Water Resources of Passaic County, New Jersey

From introduction: This is one of a series of County ground-water reports authorized by the Water Supply Act of 1958 and its companion Water Bond Act. These reports present assembled data and interpretation on the availability, occurrence, movement, and chemical quality of ground water in New Jersey.
Date: June 1976
Creator: Carswell, L. D. & Rooney, J. G.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Geohydrology of Brooks, Lowndes, and Western Echols Counties, Georgia (open access)

Geohydrology of Brooks, Lowndes, and Western Echols Counties, Georgia

This report provides a detailed survey of the artesian aquifer that acts as the main source of water "for Brooks, Lowndes, and western Eocene Counties in south Georgia." It includes maps, tables, and graphs.
Date: June 1979
Creator: Krause, R. E.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Availability of Water from Limestone and Dolomite Aquifers in Southwest Ohio and the Relation of Water Quality to the Regional Flow System (open access)

Availability of Water from Limestone and Dolomite Aquifers in Southwest Ohio and the Relation of Water Quality to the Regional Flow System

Abstracts: The largest ground-water supplies from the 150 to 450-foot thick carbonate-rock aquifer in southwest Ohio are available in a 2,800 square-mile area on the crest and eastern flank of the Cincinnati arch. Well production in the high-yield area is mainly from the Newburg zone, a permeable stratum in the lower part of the Bass Island group. A structure contour map on the top of the Lockport Dolomite shows that the Newburg zone conforms to the configuration of the Cincinnati arch. The chemical quality of the water in the consolidated-rock aquifers is intimately related to the regional flow system, and undergoes a progressive change from a calcium bicarbonate-type in recharge areas to a calcium sulfate-type in areas of natural discharge.
Date: June 1973
Creator: Norris, Stanley E. & Fidler, Richard E.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Hydrology of the Nevin Wetland near Madison, Wisconsin (open access)

Hydrology of the Nevin Wetland near Madison, Wisconsin

This report focuses on the Nevin Wetland near Madison, Wisconsin and presents a detailed report on the quality of the ground-water, it's components, and what environmental factors influence these components. It includes maps and tables.
Date: June 1978
Creator: Novitzki, R. P.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Mean Annual Runoff and Peak Flow Estimates Based on Channel Geometry of Streams in Northeastern and Western Montana (open access)

Mean Annual Runoff and Peak Flow Estimates Based on Channel Geometry of Streams in Northeastern and Western Montana

From introduction: The purpose of this report is to provide methods for estimating mean annual runoff and peak discharges for ungaged streams in northeastern and western Montana.
Date: June 1983
Creator: Parrett, Charles; Omang, R. J. & Hull, J. A.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Hydrologic Considerations Associated with Dredging Spring Ponds in Wisconsin (open access)

Hydrologic Considerations Associated with Dredging Spring Ponds in Wisconsin

From purpose and scope: This report describes the hydrology of selected spring ponds and the effect that dredging has had on the ponds and their surrounding areas. The report emphasizes the water budgets for the ponds, discusses the hydrologic system which contains the ponds, and briefly describes water quality in the study area.
Date: June 1977
Creator: Rose, W. J.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Index to U.S. Geological Survey Computer Files Containing Daily Values for Water Parameters to September 30, 1971 -- Central Region (open access)

Index to U.S. Geological Survey Computer Files Containing Daily Values for Water Parameters to September 30, 1971 -- Central Region

Abstract: This report contains lists of stations at which the U.S. Geological Survey collects water data either on a continuous basis or at least on a daily basis. The files contain daily values for streamflow, reservoir levels or contents, water temperatures, specific conductance, sediment discharge plus data for several other quality parameters that are measured by means of monitoring equipment or result from analyses of samples collected on a daily basis. The stations are listed according to station number within each State. The report lists the availanle retrieval options, the machine -readable output options, user charges and how to obtain data.
Date: June 1973
Creator: Showen, Charles R. & Stuthmann, Neil G.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Occurrence of Pesticide Residues in Four Streams Draining Different Land-Use Areas in Pennsylvania (open access)

Occurrence of Pesticide Residues in Four Streams Draining Different Land-Use Areas in Pennsylvania

From introduction: This study was conducted to determine the relative degree of pesticide contamination in four small drainage basins and to determine if pesticide residues were present in amounts that could be hazardous to humans or detrimental to aquatic life.
Date: June 1975
Creator: Truhlar, John F. & Reed, Lloyd A.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Magnitude and Frequency of Floods in California (open access)

Magnitude and Frequency of Floods in California

From purpose and scope: This report describes methods for evaluating the magnitude and frequency of floods at gaged and (or) ungaged sites in California. The purpose is to provide a base for the study of floods and the review and extension of flood magnitude-frequency relations by agencies and individuals who are concerned with the management and control of floods, highway construction, and other related work.
Date: June 1977
Creator: Waananen, A. O. & Crippen, J. R.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Preimpoundment Water Quality of Raystown Branch Juniata River and Six Tributary Streams, South-Central Pennsylvania (open access)

Preimpoundment Water Quality of Raystown Branch Juniata River and Six Tributary Streams, South-Central Pennsylvania

Abstract: The Raystown Branch Juniata River watershed, which is the main water source for Raystown Lake, is a 960-square-mile (2,490 square kilometers) drainage basin in south-central Pennsylvania. Preimpoundment water-quality data were collected on the Raystown Branch and six tributary streams in the basin. Specific conductance values varied inversely with water discharge. The pH values were extremely low only at the Shoup Run site. Dissolved oxygen concentrations observed at all sites indicated a relatively high oxygen saturation level throughout the year. Seasonal variations in nitrate-N and orthophosphate-P levels were measured at the main inflow station at Saxton, Pa. The highest concentrations of nitrate-N and orthophosphate-P occurred in the winter and spring months and the lowest concentrations were measured during the summer and fall. Bacteriological data indicated no excessive amounts of fecal matter present at the in-flows. Soil samples collected at four sites in the impoundment area were predominantly of the Barbour, Philo, and Basher series, which are considered to be highly fertile soils with silt-loam and sandy-loam textures. Morphological features of the lake basin and lo~ nutrient levels at the ·inflows should prevent excessive weed growth around the lake perimeter.
Date: June 1976
Creator: Williams, Donald R.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Geology and Ground-Water Resources of Camden County, New Jersey (open access)

Geology and Ground-Water Resources of Camden County, New Jersey

From introduction: The purpose of this investigation is to collect and interpret the basic hydrologic and geologic data and to appraise and report on the ground-water resources of Camden County. The objectives were to define the thickness and areal extent of the hydrologic units, evaluate the hydraulic characteristics of the aquifers, determine the effect of pumpage on the water levels of the area, define the source of recharge of the aquifers, and to evaluate the chemical quality of the ground water.
Date: June 1976
Creator: Farlekas, George M.; Nemickas, Bronius & Gill, Harold E.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Water Quality of Alignment, Farquar, and Long Lakes in Apple Valley, Minnesota (open access)

Water Quality of Alignment, Farquar, and Long Lakes in Apple Valley, Minnesota

Abstract: Alimagnet, Farquar, and Long Lakes, in Apple Valley, Minnesota, were sampled from 1973-79 to determine their physical and chemical characteristics. A storm-sewer inlet to Alimagnet Lake was also sampled during two storms in 1978. The 1976-77 drought caused a more noticeable effect on the quality of the lakes than any other factor. Chloride concentrations were 10 to 15 milligrams per liter before the drought, but increased 2 to 4 times during the drought. Dissolved solids reacted similarly . Dissolved oxygen and pH were governed mainly by biological activity. In February 1977, dissolved-oxygen concentration was less than 0.5 milligrams per liter in the three lakes. Ratios between mean total nitrogen and mean total phosphorus ranged from 22:1 to 26:1. Tropic-state indices indicate that the lakes are eutrophic. Blue-green algae dominated the phytoplankton populations. Storms sampled at a storm-sewer inlet to Alimagnet Lake showed higher concentrations pf chromium, copper, nickel, and zinc than of lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury. Total phosphorus for the September 1978 storm had a concentration of 1.7 milligrams per liter, which means that approximately 29 pounds entered the lake during the 5.5-hour sampling period.
Date: June 1981
Creator: Have, Mark R.; Payne, Gregory A. & Ayers, Mark A.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Water-Quality Assessment of Francis E. Walter Reservoir, Luzerne and Carbon Counties, Pennsylvania (open access)

Water-Quality Assessment of Francis E. Walter Reservoir, Luzerne and Carbon Counties, Pennsylvania

Objectives and scope: The principal objectives of this study were to assess the past and current water quality of the impoundment, its major tributaries, and its discharge, and to address the environmental impact of raised pool levels. Data collection was directed toward documenting the temporal and spatial variations in physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the water, to estimate annual nutrient and suspended sediment loading, and to determine the algal biomass, dominant genera, algal growth potential, and limiting nutrient.
Date: June 1983
Creator: Barker, James L.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Digital-Simulation and Projection of Head Changes in the Potomac-Raritan-Magothy Aquifer System, Coastal Plain, New Jersey (open access)

Digital-Simulation and Projection of Head Changes in the Potomac-Raritan-Magothy Aquifer System, Coastal Plain, New Jersey

From abstract: A digital model was used to simulate the response of the Potomac-Raritan-Magothy aquifer system to pumping stresses during the 18-year period, 1956-73. The model was used to compute projected potentiometric heads and trends to the year 2000. Three sets of conditions were simulated: (1) no increase in ground-water extractions, (2) continued growth in ground-water extractions at the rate of 3 percent annually, and (3) continued growth in ground-water extractions at the rate of 3 percent annually, in conjunction with the activation of a freshwater head barrier in the fresh-salty water transition zone.
Date: June 1980
Creator: Luzier, James E.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Sediment Transport by the White River Into Mud Mountain Reservoir, Washington--June 1974-June 1976 (open access)

Sediment Transport by the White River Into Mud Mountain Reservoir, Washington--June 1974-June 1976

This report provides an evaluation of sediment transport by the White River into Mud Mountain Reservoir during the two-year period of June 1974 and June 1976. It includes graphs and tables.
Date: October 1978
Creator: Nelson, Leonard M.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Digital Model of Predevelopment Flow in the Tertiary Limestone (Floridian) Aquifer System in West-Central Florida (open access)

Digital Model of Predevelopment Flow in the Tertiary Limestone (Floridian) Aquifer System in West-Central Florida

From introduction: This study is part of a regional study of the Tertiary limestone aquifer system in the southeastern United States. The regional study encompasses all of Florida and extends into Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina--a total area of about 82,000 square miles.
Date: June 1982
Creator: Ryder, Paul D.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Investigation of Acidity and Other Water-Quality Characteristics of Upper Oyster Creek, Ocean County, New Jersey (open access)

Investigation of Acidity and Other Water-Quality Characteristics of Upper Oyster Creek, Ocean County, New Jersey

Water-quality data collected in the upper Oyster Creek drainage basin indicate that the stream has excellent water quality except for a persistently low pH. The mean concentrations of the major inorganic ions were all less than 6.0 mg/L. Mean concentrations of total nitrogen and total phosphorus were 0.15 mg/L and 0.01 mg/L, respectively. Dissolved oxygen averaged 8.7 mg/L and 81 percent saturation. Low pH levels are typical of streams draining cedar swamps. In Oyster Creek, the pH tended to decrease downstream due to chemical and biological processes. The pH levels in swamps were one-half unit or more lower than the pH levels in the adjacent stream. Sharp declines in stream pH were noted during runoff periods as the result of the mixing of poorly-buffered stream water with more highly acidic water from surrounding swamp areas. The quality of ground water within the study area was similar to the quality of stream flow, except for higher iron and ammonia-nitrogen concentrations and a higher pH range of 4.9-6.5. Precipitation represented a major source of many chemical constituents in the ground- and surface-waters of Oyster Creek basin.
Date: June 1980
Creator: Fusillo, Thomas V.; Schornick, James C., Jr.; Koester, Harry E. & Harriman, Douglas A.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Appraisal of Water Resources in the Hackensack River Basin, New Jersey (open access)

Appraisal of Water Resources in the Hackensack River Basin, New Jersey

From introduction: The purpose of the study was to assemble data on the occurrence, movement, availability and chemical quality of ground water in the Hackensack River basin in Bergen and Hudson Counties, New Jersey; to evaluate and interpret the data; and to make the results available to the public.
Date: June 1976
Creator: Carswell, L. D.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Artificial Recharge in the Northern Part of Chino Ground-Water Basin, Upper Santa Ana Valley, California (open access)

Artificial Recharge in the Northern Part of Chino Ground-Water Basin, Upper Santa Ana Valley, California

Purpose and Scope: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the geohydrologic characteristics that influence sustained artificial recharge and to determine long-term infiltration rates in the northern part of Chino ground-water basin. Results of this study will help management to design and implement a recharge-recapture system in Chino Basin. Nine test holes were drilled, long-term infiltration tests were made, and drillers' logs and water-level data were evaluated to determine the probable effects of recharging the ground-water basin. The study was concentrated in the northern part of Chino Basin, where recharge is proposed.
Date: June 1983
Creator: Koehler, J. H.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Effects of Bottom Sediments on Infiltration from the Miami and Tributary Canals to the Biscayne Aquifer Dade County, Florida (open access)

Effects of Bottom Sediments on Infiltration from the Miami and Tributary Canals to the Biscayne Aquifer Dade County, Florida

This report examines the water quality of water within the Miami Canal, an important source of recharge for the recharge for the Biscayne aquifer. It includes maps and other figures.
Date: June 1978
Creator: Miller, Wesley L.
System: The UNT Digital Library
Flood Profiles for Peace River, South-Central Florida (open access)

Flood Profiles for Peace River, South-Central Florida

"This report presents flood heights and profiles for a seventy-mile reach of Peace River from Bartow to Arcadia," Florida, "calculated using the United States Geological Survey step-backwater model." It includes maps, graphs, and tables.
Date: June 1978
Creator: Murphy, W. R., Jr.; Hammett, K. M. & Reeter, C. V.
System: The UNT Digital Library