The document discusses water pollution and publicly owned treatment works (POTWs). It notes that POTWs are facilities that treat sewage and are owned by government entities. The document emphasizes that POTWs are not the source of pollution, but rather protect human health and the environment by treating water to regulatory standards before discharging it. It also discusses the need for more research and funding to address complex water quality issues holistically rather than solely through increased regulation of POTWs.
Treasuring the Trinity: Challenges and OpportunitiesTrinity Waters
The Trinity River supplies water to 45% of the Texas population, making it perhaps the most important river basin in Texas. Water quality issues have challenged this river, as well as drought, land fragmentation and habitat loss. Trinity Waters and AgriLife Extension are working with partners to promote land stewardship to improve landowner quality of life and water supplies by connecting urban resources back into the watersheds that support them.
This document summarizes a study analyzing historical agroenvironmental conditions in the Lower Mississippi River Basin. The study examined long-term trends in natural resources and the environmental impacts of agriculture using data on land use, precipitation, hydrology, and water quality. The researchers found evidence that intensive groundwater irrigation in agricultural watersheds has altered surface water flows, reducing base flows and increasing low flow events, compared to non-agricultural watersheds. While more analysis is needed, the results suggest tradeoffs between agricultural productivity and hydrologic alteration may need to be considered for sustainable management in the region.
This document summarizes a study analyzing historical agroenvironmental conditions in the Lower Mississippi River Basin. The study examined long-term trends in natural resources and the environmental impacts of agriculture using data on land use, precipitation, hydrology, and water quality. The researchers found evidence that intensive groundwater irrigation in agricultural watersheds has altered surface water flows, reducing base flows and increasing low flow events, compared to non-agricultural watersheds. While more analysis is needed, the results suggest tradeoffs between agricultural productivity and hydrologic alteration may need to be considered for sustainable management in the region.
This document provides information about the Stroud Water Research Center, including its founders and locations. It discusses the center's research approach, which involves studying terrestrial ecosystems, soils, groundwater, wetlands, streams, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and human systems to understand freshwater systems. The center works to advance knowledge and stewardship of freshwater systems through global research, education, and watershed restoration. The document highlights several presentations and research projects, including the importance of small streams, using aquatic insects as indicators of stream health, the role of soil health in healthy waters, and research comparing organic, conventional and conservation farming systems. It also discusses citizen science projects tracking soil moisture, infiltration and other metrics to study farm
Chattahoochee River Watershed Case Study
Michael R. Barr, Alicia L. Case & Kim Werdeman
May 2013
M.Sc. in Sustainability Management | SEM 607 - Watershed Management
National University
The document provides an overview of the public process used to develop the Blueprint Jordan River vision. It involved workshops, focus groups, online surveys, and map analysis with over 1,000 community members. The key findings were that the public strongly supported a "green corridor" vision for the river with large natural buffers, habitat preservation, and multi-use trails for walking, biking, and other non-motorized recreation. Nature preserves and wildlife viewing areas were particularly important in the community's vision for the future of the Jordan River corridor.
EPA's Source Water Protection Program aims to protect drinking water sources through a multi-barrier approach including source water protection. Key EPA programs related to source water protection include the Safe Drinking Water Act which requires states to develop Wellhead Protection Programs and Source Water Assessments. Source water protection involves delineating protection areas, inventorying contaminant sources, assessing susceptibility, notifying the public, and developing and implementing protection strategies. EPA supports state and local source water protection efforts through technical assistance, workshops, and coordination across programs. Success stories demonstrate effective multi-stakeholder collaboration on alternative intakes, BMPs with agriculture, monitoring, outreach, and funding from various federal, state, and local sources.
The document summarizes drinking water source protection in Ontario. It discusses the Walkerton tragedy in 2000 where contaminated drinking water killed 7 people. This led to the Clean Water Act of 2006 which legally mandates source water protection. It established 19 source protection regions, including the CTC region. The CTC region has 3 source protection areas, including the Toronto and Region area which has 11 lake water intakes and 21 groundwater wells supplying drinking water. Threats to drinking water sources in the region were identified in the source protection plan, but none were found in vulnerable areas. The document emphasizes protecting drinking water sources is the first step to ensuring a sustainable and safe drinking water supply.
Treasuring the Trinity: Challenges and OpportunitiesTrinity Waters
The Trinity River supplies water to 45% of the Texas population, making it perhaps the most important river basin in Texas. Water quality issues have challenged this river, as well as drought, land fragmentation and habitat loss. Trinity Waters and AgriLife Extension are working with partners to promote land stewardship to improve landowner quality of life and water supplies by connecting urban resources back into the watersheds that support them.
This document summarizes a study analyzing historical agroenvironmental conditions in the Lower Mississippi River Basin. The study examined long-term trends in natural resources and the environmental impacts of agriculture using data on land use, precipitation, hydrology, and water quality. The researchers found evidence that intensive groundwater irrigation in agricultural watersheds has altered surface water flows, reducing base flows and increasing low flow events, compared to non-agricultural watersheds. While more analysis is needed, the results suggest tradeoffs between agricultural productivity and hydrologic alteration may need to be considered for sustainable management in the region.
This document summarizes a study analyzing historical agroenvironmental conditions in the Lower Mississippi River Basin. The study examined long-term trends in natural resources and the environmental impacts of agriculture using data on land use, precipitation, hydrology, and water quality. The researchers found evidence that intensive groundwater irrigation in agricultural watersheds has altered surface water flows, reducing base flows and increasing low flow events, compared to non-agricultural watersheds. While more analysis is needed, the results suggest tradeoffs between agricultural productivity and hydrologic alteration may need to be considered for sustainable management in the region.
This document provides information about the Stroud Water Research Center, including its founders and locations. It discusses the center's research approach, which involves studying terrestrial ecosystems, soils, groundwater, wetlands, streams, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and human systems to understand freshwater systems. The center works to advance knowledge and stewardship of freshwater systems through global research, education, and watershed restoration. The document highlights several presentations and research projects, including the importance of small streams, using aquatic insects as indicators of stream health, the role of soil health in healthy waters, and research comparing organic, conventional and conservation farming systems. It also discusses citizen science projects tracking soil moisture, infiltration and other metrics to study farm
Chattahoochee River Watershed Case Study
Michael R. Barr, Alicia L. Case & Kim Werdeman
May 2013
M.Sc. in Sustainability Management | SEM 607 - Watershed Management
National University
The document provides an overview of the public process used to develop the Blueprint Jordan River vision. It involved workshops, focus groups, online surveys, and map analysis with over 1,000 community members. The key findings were that the public strongly supported a "green corridor" vision for the river with large natural buffers, habitat preservation, and multi-use trails for walking, biking, and other non-motorized recreation. Nature preserves and wildlife viewing areas were particularly important in the community's vision for the future of the Jordan River corridor.
EPA's Source Water Protection Program aims to protect drinking water sources through a multi-barrier approach including source water protection. Key EPA programs related to source water protection include the Safe Drinking Water Act which requires states to develop Wellhead Protection Programs and Source Water Assessments. Source water protection involves delineating protection areas, inventorying contaminant sources, assessing susceptibility, notifying the public, and developing and implementing protection strategies. EPA supports state and local source water protection efforts through technical assistance, workshops, and coordination across programs. Success stories demonstrate effective multi-stakeholder collaboration on alternative intakes, BMPs with agriculture, monitoring, outreach, and funding from various federal, state, and local sources.
The document summarizes drinking water source protection in Ontario. It discusses the Walkerton tragedy in 2000 where contaminated drinking water killed 7 people. This led to the Clean Water Act of 2006 which legally mandates source water protection. It established 19 source protection regions, including the CTC region. The CTC region has 3 source protection areas, including the Toronto and Region area which has 11 lake water intakes and 21 groundwater wells supplying drinking water. Threats to drinking water sources in the region were identified in the source protection plan, but none were found in vulnerable areas. The document emphasizes protecting drinking water sources is the first step to ensuring a sustainable and safe drinking water supply.
Sustainability of Ground-Water Use in the San Pedro River Basin, Cochise Coun...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses sustainability of groundwater use in the San Pedro River Basin of Arizona. It notes declining streamflows in the river, dropping to zero in summer 2005, due to increasing groundwater pumping. A partnership of agencies is working to identify solutions to ensure reasonable water supplies for both the river and local communities. The USGS is conducting studies to better understand the basin's hydrogeology and riparian water needs to inform setting a sustainable groundwater yield under the Congressional mandate. Adaptive management using monitoring data will help assess progress toward the sustainability goal over time.
The document discusses pollution issues affecting the Tijuana River watershed region shared by the US and Mexico. It summarizes efforts by the Surfrider Foundation's No Border Sewage (NoBS) campaign to raise awareness about cross-border water pollution problems through education and advocacy. Major threats include water pollution from Mexico carrying untreated sewage and trash due to inadequate infrastructure. Runoff enters the Tijuana Estuary wetlands and beaches, closing them frequently and harming wildlife. Solutions proposed include improved bi-national cooperation, expanded sewage treatment in Tijuana, and increased monitoring and cleanup activities.
The document summarizes a public meeting about water issues in Mesa County, Colorado. The agenda included discussions on local water supplies, challenges like endangered fish and water quality, population growth projections, and filling the gap between future water supply and demand. Attendees provided input on basin implementation plans and principles like protecting senior water rights and local control over water planning. Breakout sessions covered topics like agricultural, environmental, and policy issues.
All Things Trinity, All Things ConservationTrinity Waters
The document discusses the Trinity River in Texas, including its history of pollution, current water quality issues, and efforts through programs like the Trinity River Basin Restoration Initiative to improve habitat, water quality, and connections between rural and urban communities in the watershed through outreach, best management practices, and funding for conservation projects. Key challenges include population growth, habitat loss, and water quality problems from bacteria and other pollutants impairing segments of the river.
Douglas County lakes and streams are important for recreation and provide over 20% of the tax base, but water quality cannot be taken for granted as some are impaired. Zebra mussels are changing lake ecology by increasing water clarity and vegetation growth. Excess nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen from sources like lawns, storm runoff, and septic systems contribute to algae blooms and lake impairment, reducing property values. Grants are available to address water quality, but require matching funds. A Douglas County Water Quality Legacy Fund was created to provide these matching funds and protect water resources for future generations.
The Logan River Observatory collects and stores water quality and flow data from the Logan River and its tributaries. This data is used to inform water resource decisions, support education programs, and further understanding of issues like stormwater and drinking water. The observatory works with local agencies, researchers, and communities to ensure the data is accessible and can support efforts to manage water resources, balance competing demands, and plan for a changing climate.
The document discusses source water protection and partnerships between drinking water utilities and USDA conservation programs. It summarizes that the 2018 Farm Bill directs 10% of NRCS conservation funding towards source water protection. NRCS has source water protection pilots through 2024 requiring consultation with state drinking water programs. The webinar highlighted NRCS programs like the National Water Quality Initiative and Regional Conservation Partnership Program that leverage partnerships for projects that benefit source water.
Minimum flows in rivers are important to allow rivers to complete their hydrological cycles and maintain ecological processes. Dams, diversions, deforestation, mining, and pollution have fragmented rivers and reduced their flows. Setting minimum flows is challenging due to a lack of hydrological data, political priorities, and institutional barriers. Flows must be set through objective or scenario-based approaches considering ecological, economic and social factors. Hydrological, hydraulic, habitat simulation, and holistic methods are used to measure environmental flows, each with strengths and weaknesses.
This document provides an overview of groundwater basics and factors influencing groundwater quality and quantity in Taylor County, Wisconsin. It discusses watersheds, wellhead protection, approaches to addressing groundwater issues from both a bottom-up and top-down perspective, and Taylor County's drinking water education and testing program. Key points include that Taylor County has taken a bottom-up approach focusing on local groundwater data, and that top-down factors like geology, land use, and precipitation influence groundwater test results showing hazards like arsenic, iron, and manganese in some wells.
2017 GIS in Conservation Track: Assessing Green Infrastructure in the South ...GIS in the Rockies
The document summarizes the history and goals of the South Platte River Urban Waters Partnership initiative. It launched in 2011 with over 50 partner organizations to improve water quality, protect watersheds, and increase water awareness. A key goal was building on existing studies to create a natural capital asset map and prioritization tools to guide investment. This involved identifying important natural assets through stakeholder engagement, mapping ecosystem services, conducting an economic valuation, and determining priority areas based on factors like wildfire risk, biodiversity, and landscape value.
Chad Forcey at the Irrigation Association outlines the current state of water law across the U.S., and what irrigation contractors can do to stay up to date on their local regulatory environment.
The document summarizes information about lake water quality and economic impacts in Douglas County, Minnesota. It finds that several lakes are impaired due to excess nutrients affecting aquatic recreation. Lakes make up a large portion of the county's property value and taxes. Impaired water quality can decrease property values and tax revenue significantly. Excess nutrients from sources like lawns, storm runoff, and agriculture cumulatively harm lakes. The document outlines actions residents and officials can take to maintain and improve lake water quality through projects, regulations, and funding from various state, federal and local sources.
The document discusses efforts in Minnesota to monitor and improve water quality through the Clean Water Legacy Act. It provides background on the act and the process of identifying impaired waters, developing restoration strategies, and implementing projects. While millions have been spent, understanding impacts at different scales remains difficult. Key uncertainties include estimating natural recovery potential, constraining uncertainty, measuring effects of management actions, and determining the best ways to implement treatment trains. Long-term monitoring at sentinel sites is needed to better understand impacts and continue making progress on the goal of cleaner water.
The document discusses Minnesota's Clean Water Land & Legacy program which was established in 2006 to address impaired waters that do not meet water quality standards. It outlines the multi-step process used which includes intensive watershed monitoring, data assessment to identify impairments and stressors, development of strategies to restore watersheds, and implementation of restoration projects. While millions of dollars have been spent, understanding the impacts on water quality at different scales remains difficult. Key uncertainties that need more data and analysis include estimating system resilience, constraining uncertainty, interpreting biological data, measuring program impacts, and understanding long-term effects over 10+ years of data.
This document discusses various types and causes of water pollution including pathogens, oxygen-demanding agents, nutrients, sediment, toxic chemicals, and heat. It describes point and nonpoint pollution sources and outlines several treatment processes for wastewater including primary treatment to remove solids, secondary treatment using microbes to degrade organic waste, and tertiary treatment to further remove nutrients. The document also discusses water quality standards and regulations established by acts like the Clean Water Act to reduce pollution and protect water resources.
Adapting to Climate Change: Risks & Opporunities in the Upper Delaware River ...Kim Beidler
Adapting to Climate Change: Risks & Opporunities in the Upper Delaware River Region by Susan Beecher, Research Fellow, Pinchot Institute for Conservation
The document discusses various topics related to water usage and conservation. It covers:
1) Why water conservation is important given its scarcity and essential role for life. Freshwater resources are limited and many regions face water shortages.
2) The main categories of water usage - domestic, agricultural, and industrial. Agricultural usage accounts for the majority through irrigation. Industry mostly uses water for cooling purposes.
3) The sources and impacts of water pollution including point sources, non-point sources like agricultural runoff, and how groundwater especially is difficult to clean once polluted.
4) Key US water legislation and their goals like the Clean Water Act to improve water quality and the Safe Drinking Water Act
This document summarizes Utah's water conservation legislation over the past decade. It discusses how House Bill 418 in 1998 required water retailers and districts serving over 500 connections to submit water conservation plans addressing 10 guidelines, including water efficient appliances and fixtures, irrigation practices, leak repair, and water rate structures. It evaluates several municipalities' conservation plans, finding that larger cities like Salt Lake City had more detailed plans while smaller cities also included rate incentives and conservation measures. The legislation and conservation planning aimed to ensure sufficient water for Utah's growing population amidst increasing drought periods.
The Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is a cooperative effort between the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food and Utah State University that provides laboratory testing and expertise to protect animal health, promote Utah's agricultural economy, and protect public health. It serves various groups including animal owners, veterinarians, and regulatory agencies. While accredited nationally, it has been running deficits in recent years as public funding has remained flat while operating costs have increased, leading to consequences like higher user fees, outsourcing tests, eliminating positions, and inability to adopt new technologies.
Sustainability of Ground-Water Use in the San Pedro River Basin, Cochise Coun...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses sustainability of groundwater use in the San Pedro River Basin of Arizona. It notes declining streamflows in the river, dropping to zero in summer 2005, due to increasing groundwater pumping. A partnership of agencies is working to identify solutions to ensure reasonable water supplies for both the river and local communities. The USGS is conducting studies to better understand the basin's hydrogeology and riparian water needs to inform setting a sustainable groundwater yield under the Congressional mandate. Adaptive management using monitoring data will help assess progress toward the sustainability goal over time.
The document discusses pollution issues affecting the Tijuana River watershed region shared by the US and Mexico. It summarizes efforts by the Surfrider Foundation's No Border Sewage (NoBS) campaign to raise awareness about cross-border water pollution problems through education and advocacy. Major threats include water pollution from Mexico carrying untreated sewage and trash due to inadequate infrastructure. Runoff enters the Tijuana Estuary wetlands and beaches, closing them frequently and harming wildlife. Solutions proposed include improved bi-national cooperation, expanded sewage treatment in Tijuana, and increased monitoring and cleanup activities.
The document summarizes a public meeting about water issues in Mesa County, Colorado. The agenda included discussions on local water supplies, challenges like endangered fish and water quality, population growth projections, and filling the gap between future water supply and demand. Attendees provided input on basin implementation plans and principles like protecting senior water rights and local control over water planning. Breakout sessions covered topics like agricultural, environmental, and policy issues.
All Things Trinity, All Things ConservationTrinity Waters
The document discusses the Trinity River in Texas, including its history of pollution, current water quality issues, and efforts through programs like the Trinity River Basin Restoration Initiative to improve habitat, water quality, and connections between rural and urban communities in the watershed through outreach, best management practices, and funding for conservation projects. Key challenges include population growth, habitat loss, and water quality problems from bacteria and other pollutants impairing segments of the river.
Douglas County lakes and streams are important for recreation and provide over 20% of the tax base, but water quality cannot be taken for granted as some are impaired. Zebra mussels are changing lake ecology by increasing water clarity and vegetation growth. Excess nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen from sources like lawns, storm runoff, and septic systems contribute to algae blooms and lake impairment, reducing property values. Grants are available to address water quality, but require matching funds. A Douglas County Water Quality Legacy Fund was created to provide these matching funds and protect water resources for future generations.
The Logan River Observatory collects and stores water quality and flow data from the Logan River and its tributaries. This data is used to inform water resource decisions, support education programs, and further understanding of issues like stormwater and drinking water. The observatory works with local agencies, researchers, and communities to ensure the data is accessible and can support efforts to manage water resources, balance competing demands, and plan for a changing climate.
The document discusses source water protection and partnerships between drinking water utilities and USDA conservation programs. It summarizes that the 2018 Farm Bill directs 10% of NRCS conservation funding towards source water protection. NRCS has source water protection pilots through 2024 requiring consultation with state drinking water programs. The webinar highlighted NRCS programs like the National Water Quality Initiative and Regional Conservation Partnership Program that leverage partnerships for projects that benefit source water.
Minimum flows in rivers are important to allow rivers to complete their hydrological cycles and maintain ecological processes. Dams, diversions, deforestation, mining, and pollution have fragmented rivers and reduced their flows. Setting minimum flows is challenging due to a lack of hydrological data, political priorities, and institutional barriers. Flows must be set through objective or scenario-based approaches considering ecological, economic and social factors. Hydrological, hydraulic, habitat simulation, and holistic methods are used to measure environmental flows, each with strengths and weaknesses.
This document provides an overview of groundwater basics and factors influencing groundwater quality and quantity in Taylor County, Wisconsin. It discusses watersheds, wellhead protection, approaches to addressing groundwater issues from both a bottom-up and top-down perspective, and Taylor County's drinking water education and testing program. Key points include that Taylor County has taken a bottom-up approach focusing on local groundwater data, and that top-down factors like geology, land use, and precipitation influence groundwater test results showing hazards like arsenic, iron, and manganese in some wells.
2017 GIS in Conservation Track: Assessing Green Infrastructure in the South ...GIS in the Rockies
The document summarizes the history and goals of the South Platte River Urban Waters Partnership initiative. It launched in 2011 with over 50 partner organizations to improve water quality, protect watersheds, and increase water awareness. A key goal was building on existing studies to create a natural capital asset map and prioritization tools to guide investment. This involved identifying important natural assets through stakeholder engagement, mapping ecosystem services, conducting an economic valuation, and determining priority areas based on factors like wildfire risk, biodiversity, and landscape value.
Chad Forcey at the Irrigation Association outlines the current state of water law across the U.S., and what irrigation contractors can do to stay up to date on their local regulatory environment.
The document summarizes information about lake water quality and economic impacts in Douglas County, Minnesota. It finds that several lakes are impaired due to excess nutrients affecting aquatic recreation. Lakes make up a large portion of the county's property value and taxes. Impaired water quality can decrease property values and tax revenue significantly. Excess nutrients from sources like lawns, storm runoff, and agriculture cumulatively harm lakes. The document outlines actions residents and officials can take to maintain and improve lake water quality through projects, regulations, and funding from various state, federal and local sources.
The document discusses efforts in Minnesota to monitor and improve water quality through the Clean Water Legacy Act. It provides background on the act and the process of identifying impaired waters, developing restoration strategies, and implementing projects. While millions have been spent, understanding impacts at different scales remains difficult. Key uncertainties include estimating natural recovery potential, constraining uncertainty, measuring effects of management actions, and determining the best ways to implement treatment trains. Long-term monitoring at sentinel sites is needed to better understand impacts and continue making progress on the goal of cleaner water.
The document discusses Minnesota's Clean Water Land & Legacy program which was established in 2006 to address impaired waters that do not meet water quality standards. It outlines the multi-step process used which includes intensive watershed monitoring, data assessment to identify impairments and stressors, development of strategies to restore watersheds, and implementation of restoration projects. While millions of dollars have been spent, understanding the impacts on water quality at different scales remains difficult. Key uncertainties that need more data and analysis include estimating system resilience, constraining uncertainty, interpreting biological data, measuring program impacts, and understanding long-term effects over 10+ years of data.
This document discusses various types and causes of water pollution including pathogens, oxygen-demanding agents, nutrients, sediment, toxic chemicals, and heat. It describes point and nonpoint pollution sources and outlines several treatment processes for wastewater including primary treatment to remove solids, secondary treatment using microbes to degrade organic waste, and tertiary treatment to further remove nutrients. The document also discusses water quality standards and regulations established by acts like the Clean Water Act to reduce pollution and protect water resources.
Adapting to Climate Change: Risks & Opporunities in the Upper Delaware River ...Kim Beidler
Adapting to Climate Change: Risks & Opporunities in the Upper Delaware River Region by Susan Beecher, Research Fellow, Pinchot Institute for Conservation
The document discusses various topics related to water usage and conservation. It covers:
1) Why water conservation is important given its scarcity and essential role for life. Freshwater resources are limited and many regions face water shortages.
2) The main categories of water usage - domestic, agricultural, and industrial. Agricultural usage accounts for the majority through irrigation. Industry mostly uses water for cooling purposes.
3) The sources and impacts of water pollution including point sources, non-point sources like agricultural runoff, and how groundwater especially is difficult to clean once polluted.
4) Key US water legislation and their goals like the Clean Water Act to improve water quality and the Safe Drinking Water Act
This document summarizes Utah's water conservation legislation over the past decade. It discusses how House Bill 418 in 1998 required water retailers and districts serving over 500 connections to submit water conservation plans addressing 10 guidelines, including water efficient appliances and fixtures, irrigation practices, leak repair, and water rate structures. It evaluates several municipalities' conservation plans, finding that larger cities like Salt Lake City had more detailed plans while smaller cities also included rate incentives and conservation measures. The legislation and conservation planning aimed to ensure sufficient water for Utah's growing population amidst increasing drought periods.
The Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is a cooperative effort between the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food and Utah State University that provides laboratory testing and expertise to protect animal health, promote Utah's agricultural economy, and protect public health. It serves various groups including animal owners, veterinarians, and regulatory agencies. While accredited nationally, it has been running deficits in recent years as public funding has remained flat while operating costs have increased, leading to consequences like higher user fees, outsourcing tests, eliminating positions, and inability to adopt new technologies.
This document presents a report on health disparities by Utah state legislative district published by the Utah Department of Health Office of Health Disparities in January 2019. It includes profiles for each of Utah's 29 state senate districts and 75 state house districts that provide information on health indicators and disparities. The report utilizes Utah Small Areas, which group similar communities within legislative districts, and the Utah Health Improvement Index to assess health equity across districts in a novel way. The goal is to empower elected officials to address health disparities and improve outcomes in their constituencies.
Localscapes is a program created to promote more water-efficient landscaping in Utah. It provides a 5-step process for designing a landscape using local plants with less watering needed. Cost comparisons showed that a Localscapes design for a 0.22 acre property would save over 130,000 gallons of water per year compared to a traditional design, while only costing $1,873 more on average. The program offers rebates and incentives for homeowners who work with approved landscape professionals to install a qualifying Localscapes design. It is partnering with various organizations and growing a network of landscape designers, contractors, and retailers to promote water-efficient landscaping.
This document summarizes the results of surveys conducted between 1987-2017 to determine the success of a translocation program that aimed to reestablish a desert tortoise population in Zone 4. Key findings include:
1) Tortoise density and abundance have increased over time, from undetected in 1987-91 to 13.4 tortoises/sq km in 2017, compared to 19.6 tortoises/sq km in the reserve.
2) Translocated adult tortoises exhibited higher growth rates than reserve tortoises.
3) Translocated tortoises displayed high site fidelity within Zone 4 despite some movement greater than tortoises in other zones.
4) Mortality risks like
This document outlines several workforce development programs in Utah receiving funding from Talent Ready Utah. Weber State University is leading programs in building design and construction and cybersecurity with ongoing funding of $260,000 and $295,000 respectively. Utah State University is leading a core IT statewide stackable credential pathway with $370,000 in ongoing funding.
The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands is requesting appropriations for FY20. In 2018, Utah saw its most expensive and active fire season on record, with over 486,000 acres burned at an estimated cost of $42 million to the state. The Division is requesting $19.8 million in supplemental funding for 2018 fire suppression and rehabilitation costs. The Division also manages over 1.5 million acres of sovereign lands and provides forestry assistance. The document outlines several ongoing and one-time funding requests to support phragmites control on Great Salt Lake, management plans for Bear Lake and Dalton Wells, a land lease database, and the Catastrophic Wildfire Reduction Strategy.
The Division of Wildlife Resources director Mike Fowlks presented on February 1, 2019. Their mission is to serve Utah as trustee and guardian of the state's wildlife with a hardworking staff. Funding comes from various sources including general funds, restricted funds, dedicated credits, and federal funds. The division has improved technology efficiencies and completed a nature center. Winter conditions so far have provided good snow and wildlife are doing well. Ongoing drought and wildfires threaten wildlife habitat while aquatic invasive species require ongoing monitoring. A request was made for $405,000 to address these species. A $35,000,000 budget request was made to acquire the Tabby Mountain property to conserve wildlife habitat through various funding sources including general funds
The Utah Department of Transportation presented on several infrastructure and transportation projects and funding requests to the Infrastructure & General Government Appropriations Committee. They discussed the I-15 Technology Corridor project, data and input for long-range planning, implementing Senate Bill 136 which reorganized UDOT, and funding requests for aircraft replacement and maintenance in the Aeronautics program. They also requested additional funds for local government land use and planning technical assistance.
The document provides an overview of the Utah System of Technical Colleges' (UTech) proposed FY 2020 budget. It outlines five funding priorities: 1) employee compensation increases, 2) $7 million for employer-driven program expansion and student support, 3) $3 million for equipment funds, 4) $650,000 for Custom Fit program, and 5) $250,000 for additional data analyst and software engineer positions for the system office. The budget request aims to increase program offerings, student support, and system analytics capabilities to further align technical education with employer needs and economic growth in Utah.
This document from the Division of Drinking Water outlines criteria for public water systems and provides guidance to water system owners and operators. It discusses the federal definition of a public water system, categories of water systems, population estimates, permitting processes, and responsibilities for infrastructure associated with master meters and bulk water connections. The document seeks input on regulatory approaches to existing and future bulk meters to clarify responsibilities and protect public health.
The document summarizes data from a Utah legislative report on suicide prevention. It finds that Utah's suicide rate in 2017 was 25.6 per 100,000 people, comparable to previous years. Suicide rates were highest among white and American Indian males in rural areas where firearm suicide rates were also higher. The report also details funding and effectiveness of Utah's suicide prevention programs, and concludes that 85% of gun deaths in Utah are suicides, with recommendations around limiting access to firearms.
The Utah Division of Aeronautics annual report outlines funding amounts and projects. It distributed $3.29 million in state grants across 28 projects and $47.4 million in federal FAA grants across 25 projects. Major pavement projects in the past 5 years included runways at Ogden, Richfield, SkyPark, Morgan, Provo, Spanish Fork, Dutch John, Manti, and Logan airports. The report also describes Morgan County Airport's runway refurbishment project and reconstruction of Hanksville Airport, as well as Utah's nationally recognized flight training program and new FAA regulations for commercial drone operators.
This quarterly report from the Utah Division of Child and Family Services provides statistics and outcomes measures for the fourth quarter of FY2018. It summarizes data on referrals, child protective services investigations, in-home services, foster care, and kinship care. Some key findings include that 51% of referrals were accepted for investigation, the most common supported allegations were neglect, domestic violence, and sexual abuse, and over 90% of children did not have a subsequent supported CPS case within 12 months of their initial case.
This presentation provides an overview and history of FirstNet, a nationwide public safety wireless broadband network:
- FirstNet was created in 2012 by Congress to provide emergency responders with a dedicated communications network. It has partnered with AT&T to build and operate the network.
- The network is being deployed in phases from 2018-2022, with $200 million already invested in Utah. It provides priority access and preemption capabilities to ensure first responders have connectivity during emergencies.
- Unique features include a separate core from commercial networks, 24/7 security monitoring, and a lab that tests devices and applications on the network.
This document summarizes a performance audit of state energy incentives in the state. It finds that energy-incentivizing tax credits total $74 million annually and are still growing. Several grant and loan programs not focused on energy provide more incentives than those that are focused on energy. Utilities' energy incentive programs cost $438.6 million. The audit recommends clearly identifying program intent to better measure success and establishing appropriate metrics to evaluate whether programs accomplish energy goals cost-effectively.
This document summarizes historical trends and emerging issues related to transportation policy and funding in Utah. It outlines how the state's transportation budget has historically relied on motor fuel taxes and vehicle registration fees, but these revenues are stabilizing or declining. To address a growing funding shortfall compared to transportation needs, the state is exploring options like public-private partnerships, bonding programs, and demand management strategies to supplement traditional funding sources.
The document discusses wildlife management in Utah's Book Cliffs region, specifically the Little Creek sub-unit known as the "Roadless Area". It notes that the Little Creek sub-unit contains crucial summer habitat for elk and mule deer. Population estimates and hunting permit numbers for elk and mule deer in the Book Cliffs region are provided. The document also discusses habitat restoration projects following the 2002 Rattle Fire and efforts to restore Colorado River cutthroat trout populations.
A Guide to AI for Smarter Nonprofits - Dr. Cori Faklaris, UNC CharlotteCori Faklaris
Working with data is a challenge for many organizations. Nonprofits in particular may need to collect and analyze sensitive, incomplete, and/or biased historical data about people. In this talk, Dr. Cori Faklaris of UNC Charlotte provides an overview of current AI capabilities and weaknesses to consider when integrating current AI technologies into the data workflow. The talk is organized around three takeaways: (1) For better or sometimes worse, AI provides you with “infinite interns.” (2) Give people permission & guardrails to learn what works with these “interns” and what doesn’t. (3) Create a roadmap for adding in more AI to assist nonprofit work, along with strategies for bias mitigation.
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterThis Is Reno
Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
Combined Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) Vessel List.Christina Parmionova
The best available, up-to-date information on all fishing and related vessels that appear on the illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing vessel lists published by Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) and related organisations. The aim of the site is to improve the effectiveness of the original IUU lists as a tool for a wide variety of stakeholders to better understand and combat illegal fishing and broader fisheries crime.
To date, the following regional organisations maintain or share lists of vessels that have been found to carry out or support IUU fishing within their own or adjacent convention areas and/or species of competence:
Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)
Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT)
General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM)
Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC)
International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT)
Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC)
Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO)
North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC)
North Pacific Fisheries Commission (NPFC)
South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO)
South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO)
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)
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3. Question - What is Water
Pollution?
Water pollution is the contamination of water
bodies (e.g. lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers and
groundwater). This form of environmental
degradation occurs when pollutants are directly
or indirectly discharged into water bodies without
adequate treatment to remove harmful
compounds.
• Sources of Water Pollution:
− Point Source - any single
identifiable source of
discharge
− Nonpoint Source - many
diffused sources caused by
rainfall or snowmelt moving
over and through the ground
7. POTW’s
Publicly Owned Treatment Works
• POTW is a term used for a Sewage Treatment
Plant owned, and usually operated by a
government agency.
− City Facilities (Orem, Provo, Springville, Spanish
Fork, Payson, Salem)
− Special Service District (Timpanogos SSD)
Timpanogos SSD
Water
Reclamation
Facility
City of Orem
Water
Reclamation
Facility
Provo City
Water
Reclamation
Facility
8. POTW’s – What We ARE NOT…
• We are NOT the source of pollution.
Untreated Point Source Discharge
9. POTW’s – What We ARE…
• We are PROTECTORS
of human health.
• We are RECYCLERS of
water.
• We are PROTECTORS
of our environment.
• We TREAT to local
and national
treatment standards.
• We do CARE about
our environment.
10.
11.
12.
13. Water Quality Regulatory Overview
September 13, 2017
Utah Lake, Jordan River,
and Great Salt Lake System
14. Utah’s waters contribute to high
quality of life in Utah
Growth requires strategic
investment in all elements of
water infrastructure
Policy makers need to be
engaged with water quality issues
Water quality issues are complex
and related to water development
Funding is needed for research to
optimize protection of our waters
Take Home Messages
Photo credit: Utah Homebuilders
15. Utah’s Regulatory Authority to Protect and
Restore Water Quality
Designated Beneficial Uses
Water Quality Standards
Assessment
Not
Impaired
Impaired
TMDL Study
Permitting and Nonpoint Source
Implementation
Clean Water Act
Sections 303, 304, 305,
and 402 (among others)
Delegated from EPA
to State of Utah, DEQ
Utah Water Quality Act
(Title 19-5) outlines
Powers of Water
Quality Board and
Director of Division of
Water Quality
16. • 10 Member POTW Agencies formed through Interlocal
Agreement
• $1.0 Million/year for water quality research
• Inform Legislative initiatives
• Public relations initiatives
What is the Wasatch Front Water
Quality Council?
17. Utah County Population Growth
Utah Secondary
Standards
Phosphorus
Rule
0
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
4,000,000
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
1980 1990 2000 2010 2030 2060
PopulationEstimate
TreatedWastewaterDischarge(MGD)
Utah Lake Watershed
Jordan River Watershed
Population in Utah Lake and Jordan River Watershed
19. Direct effects
High levels of nitrate cause blue baby syndrome.
Ammonia directly toxic to aquatic life.
Cyanotoxins (Harmful Algae Blooms)
Nutrient Pollution Threatens Utah Waters
LivestockAquatic life Aesthetics Recreation Drinking Water
Indirect effects
In excess, robs waters of dissolved oxygen
Results in nuisance and harmful algal blooms
Affects taste and odor of drinking water
20. Utah’s Nutrient Strategy
Headwater Numeric Nutrient Criteria
to protect pristine waters
“Hold the Line” state-wide on
nutrients with Technology Based
Phosphorus Effluent Limit of 1 mg/L
by 1/1/2020
Develop site-specific nutrient
standards for major waters
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
30,000
1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050 2060
DailyPhosphorusLoad,lb/day
Year
Daily TP Load Uncontrolled
TBPEL Implementation
Utah Phosphorus Loading to State
Phosphate
Detergent Ban
2020 TBPEL Implemented
21. Role for Science and Policy
Functional
Responses
Structural
Responses
0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1
Saturation S-R
Metabolism S-R 1.95
Organic Matter S-R
TITAN – Macroinvertebrates S-R
Western Mountain Reference Sites (UDWQ)
Region 8 Investigations (literatureD, n=11)
Reference
Sites
Biological Assessments: O/E S-R
CO & MT Proposed NNC
Nuisance Algae Control (literatureA)
1.6
Macroinvertebrates (literatureM)
Fish (literatureF)
Benchmarks
Total Nitrogen (mg/l)
1.28
1.36
Predicted Background TN (Utah, sensu Olsen et al. 2014)
Policy decision
22. • Multiple streams, rivers, and
lakes draining to closed system
• Designated Beneficial Uses
• 2 Million People
• 50% of Utah’s population
• 10 POTW’s
• 200 million gallons per day similar to
Weber River
The Utah Lake-Jordan River-
Farmington Bay-GSL System
23. Water Management Agencies
Agency
Water
Supply
Water
Quality
Flood
Control
Lake/River
Management
Utah Department of
Natural Resources
Forestry, Fire and State Lands X
State Parks X
Water Rights X
Water Resources X
Utah Department of
Environmental Quality
Water Quality X
Drinking Water X
Federal Agencies
US Army Corps of Engineers X
Bureau of Reclamation X
US Environmental Protection Agency X
Coordinating Bodies
Great Salt Lake Advisory Council X
Jordan River Commission X
Utah Lake Commission X
Local Management
Water districts X
Local government X X
24. Evaluating Tradeoffs
Recreation
492,000 trips/year to Utah Lake
$1.4 - $2.4 billion/year state-wide
Secondary water
Salt Lake and Utah Counties
Aquatic life
Sport fisheries and Endangered
Fish
Public health
Irritative and potential toxic effects
Opportunity costs
$$$
Nonpoint source
reduction
Tens of millions $$
Storm water systems
Tens of millions $$
Wastewater
Infrastructure
Hundreds of millions $$
Costs Benefits
25. This Complex System Warrants Public
Policy Guidance
Public Policy
Guidance
Regulated POTW’s
Water Quality
Regulators
UDWQ
26. Utah Lake Water Quality Study
Purpose: Develop recommendations for any necessary in-lake water quality criteria that are
protective of designated uses and sustain natural resources of Utah Lake
Steering Committee
Utah Lake Commission Executive Director
Utah Division of Water Quality
Utah Department of Natural Resources
Utah Lake Water Users Association
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food
Utah County Health Department
Recreational club, anglers, or business
Environment or conservation organization
Central Utah Water Conservancy District
Utah County Storm Water
Timpanogos Special Service District
Provo City Public Works
Springville City Public Works
Alpine City Mayor
BYU researcher
32. Point Source Monitoring
• Before permits are renewed, the State
evaluates point sources and issues limits
based on that evaluation.
• This process is used to determine what can
be discharged to a waterbody without
affecting its beneficial uses.
33. TMDL
(Total Maximum Daily Load)
• Used to determine the
sources and amounts of
pollution that are
entering a waterbody that
does not support their
beneficial uses.
• Calculations are made
based on the TMDL to
determine how much
each source would have
to reduce their input so
that the waterbody meets
state water quality
standards and support its
beneficial uses.
35. Main Non-point Sources
• Direct precipitation
• Agriculture Runoff
• Groundwater
• Any non-permitted
discharge
• Most significant
source of water
pollution in the
United States
36. TMDL – continued…
• A TMDL allocates allowable loads to a
waterbody from different contributors
• POTW’s are the most readily regulated
industry
• More research is needed to understand the
issues facing our environment.
− POTW’s throughout the Wasatch Front are
already contributing their own funding for
research.
40. Key Takeaways
• The solution is not solely through
regulation of POTW’s
• This is a public problem, doing nothing was
never an option.
• We need the legislature to be involved and
we need more research.
• We are all publicly funded entities and are
all using public dollars.
46. Utah Lake Quality Study
Steering Committee
Utah Lake Commission Executive Director
Utah Division of Water Quality
Utah Department of Natural Resources
Utah Lake Water Users Association
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food
Utah County Health Department
Recreational club, anglers, or business
Environment or conservation organization
Central Utah Water Conservancy District
Utah County Storm Water
Timpanogos Special Service District
Provo City Public Works
Springville City Public Works
Alpine City Mayor
BYU researcher
Purpose:
Develop recommendations for any necessary in-lake water quality criteria
that are protective of designated uses and sustain natural resources of
Utah Lake
Division of Water Quality
47. Utah Lake Water Sources
38%
51%
12%
Surface
Ground Water
Precipitation
48. Utah Lake Major Inflows
2010
9.47%
13.50%
30.25%
46.79%
8.17%
25.30%
26.12%
40.41%
American
Fork River
POTWs
Provo River
Spanish Fork
River
2050
Division of Water Quality
50. Lake Eutrophication –
Oligotrophic Lakes
An oligotrophic lake or water body is one which has a relatively low productivity due to the
low nutrient content in the lake. The waters of these lakes are usually quite clear due to the
limited growth of algae in the lake. The waters of such lakes are of high-drinking quality. Such
lakes support aquatic species who require well-oxygenated, cold waters such as lake trout.
51. Lake Eutrophication –
Mesotrophic Lakes
Lakes with an intermediate level of productivity are called mesotrophic lakes. These lakes
have medium-level nutrients and are usually clear water with submerged aquatic plants.
52. Lake Eutrophication –
Eutrophic Lakes
Lakes that are eutrophic in nature have high levels of biological productivity. An abundance of
plants is supported by such lakes due to the rich nutrient constitution, especially nitrogen and
phosphorus. Initially, eutrophic lakes accelerate multiplication and growth of lake fauna due
to the high levels of oxygen provided by a large number of plants growing in the lake.
55. Toxicity Test Strips
• Easy-to-use strip tests (or ‘dipsticks’) detect cyanotoxins: if the sample contains toxin
over the U.S. EPA health advisory or WHO (World Health Organization) limits, the test will
detect them even if there are no visible algal cells in the sample.
69. Utah Lake Buoy Network
Division of Water Quality
• 3 high frequency sondes
• Telemetered every 60
min.
• Parameters:
− Temperature
− Conductance
− pH
− Dissolved oxygen
− DO saturation
− Chlorophyll
− Blue-green algae
− Turbidity
• iUTAH partnership
https://wqdatalive.com/public/669
70. Utah Lake Quality Study
Steering Committee
Utah Lake Commission Executive Director
Utah Division of Water Quality
Utah Department of Natural Resources
Utah Lake Water Users Association
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food
Utah County Health Department
Recreational club, anglers, or business
Environment or conservation organization
Central Utah Water Conservancy District
Utah County Storm Water
Timpanogos Special Service District
Provo City Public Works
Springville City Public Works
Alpine City Mayor
BYU researcher
Purpose:
Develop recommendations for any necessary in-lake water quality criteria
that are protective of designated uses and sustain natural resources of
Utah Lake
Division of Water Quality