Acid precipitation and the Salmon River system, Tug Hill, New York

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OSTI ID:5966540

Depinto, J V; Dentice, P

Eight sampling sites in the watershed were selected. Precipitation was collected on a bulk basis (wet and dry fallout). The same parameters measured for precipitation samples were analyzed for stream samples. The precipitation on Tug Hill appears to be at least as acidic as the rest of the northeastern United States and in many cases the annual hydrogen ion loading will be higher because of the quantity of precipitation in the area. The chemical and biological water quality of the streams in the Salmon River watershed is quite good and is capable of maintaining a diverse and productive macroinvertebrate community. The system does not appear to have been severely affected by acid rain to date and appears to be in no immediate danger; however, the system may experience long-term deterioration due to continued high acid inputs. Some short-term, event-associated decreases in stream pH were observed, but it is unlikely that these occurrences have cumulatively affected the biota. 27 references, 6 figures, 6 tables.

• OSTI ID: 5966540
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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