Evaluation of Biological Data, Guanella Pass Area, Clear Creek and Park Counties, Colorado, Water Years 1995-97

Abstract

Macroinvertebrate and algal community samples were collected during a 3-year period at sites located near Guanella Pass, Colorado, to provide baseline characterization data. Water-quality sampling and habitat evaluations were used to aid in the interpretation of the biological data. The study was part of an environmental investigation for a proposed roadway reconstruction project on Guanella Pass. Discharge was strongly affected by snowmelt during May July. Habitat scores were optimal (147 199), as determined by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Rapid Bioassessment Protocol methods.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA441914

Entities

People

  • Jennifer R. Cox-lillis

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cells
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Chemistry
  • Colorado
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Protection
  • Habitats
  • North America
  • Particle Size
  • Particles
  • Public Health
  • Suspended Sediments
  • United States
  • Water Flow
  • Water Quality
  • Water Resources

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

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  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Coastal and Marine Engineering/Sediment Transport/Hydraulic Engineering
  • Riverine Ecology