Water Quality
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Since forest management and other land use activities have impacts on water quality, it is important to understand what water quality is, how it is measured and how to protect it. The quality of water coming from forest lands is vital for human use, but also for sustaining aquatic life, irrigation, swimming and recreation, navigation and hydropower generation.
Water quality indicators include clarity (turbidity), chemical content (pesticides, nutrients, petroleum products etc), bacterial content and temperature. |
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FAQ's
what are some common water challenges?
Sediment input, woody debris, and lack of riparian vegetation are common challenges in forest ecosystems.
what should I do if I think i have a water quality problem?
If you suspect you have a water quality problem, contact a registered professional forester, your local UC Extension office or local Water Quality Control Board.
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Resources
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