Overall Stream Quality
Parameters and Factors to Consider When Analyzing Data
Physical, Geological and Temporal Parameters
A. Stream flow or capacity
B. Bottom profile
C. Surrounding soil, vegetation
D. Shade or canopy
E. Air temperature
F. Weather conditions
G. Previous conditions (flooding, dredging, rain)
H. Contributing tributaries in an area of study
I. Time of day
Abiotic Factors - Nonliving components of the environment that are physical and chemical factors.
A. pH
B. Water and air temperature
C. Turbidity
D. Dissolved oxygen
E. Chemicals nutrients, toxins or pollutants
F. Specific conductance
G. Salinity
Biotic Factors - Living components of the environment that are biological.
A. Indicator species
B. General condition of organisms
C. Plants, aquatic and riparian
D. Algae or bacteria
E. Stream biodiversity (kinds and numbers)
