Watershed assessment is the measurement and use of chemical, physical and biological properties to determine the current health of streams. It also can include the use of predictive modeling of watershed conditions and suggests management practices that will maintain and improve the health of a watershed. This publication provides information on the components of a watershed assessment and how to implement these plans.
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- Published on February 23, 2009
- Published with Minor Revisions on April 7, 2015
- Published with Minor Revisions on May 7, 2024
- Published on May 14, 2009
- Published with Full Review on February 17, 2012
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