Water quality parameters such as dissolved oxygen, conductivity and chlorophyll are critical to understanding changes in lakes, rivers, and oceans.
Articles Tagged: dissolved oxygen
Lake Turnover
Thermal stratification and seasonal mixing are part of a lake’s turnover. This event can be monitored using data buoys and temperature strings for a quick look at how a lake changes seasonally and to be on the look out for changes.
How to Measure Dissolved Oxygen
Sensors can measure dissolved oxygen either in the field or lab. They range in design and function for use in long-term monitoring, BOD tests, or sampling.
Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring at Hydroelectric Plants: Part II
Monitoring dissolved oxygen levels is key for any hydroelectric facility. Real-time data allows for a quick, responsive mitigation plan.
Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring at Hydroelectric Plants: Part I
Monitoring dissolved oxygen (DO) at hydroelectric plants is vital to the survival of aquatic organisms within the ecosystem and must be managed properly.
Cannelton Dam Hydroelectric Project
American Municipal Power
An energy company is gathering a comprehensive water quality dataset along the Ohio River at a hydropower station on the Cannelton Dam.
Measuring Dissolved Oxygen For Hydropower
American Municipal Power
An energy company has gathered comprehensive water quality data before and after adding a hydropower station at the Smithland Locks & Dam on the Ohio River.
Baseline Dissolved Oxygen Levels
American Municipal Power
An electric utility company monitors water quality at a new hydroelectric facility using the Ohio River to provide clean energy to the surrounding area.
Kadettangen Beach Construction Project
Cautus Geo
A massive effort is underway to expand a beachfront near Oslo, Norway. A local agency is working to make sure there are minimal impacts to aquatic life.
Weir Installation Water Quality Effects
Minnesota State University
Researchers at Minnesota State University set out to investigate what effects a new weir might have on the water quality downstream.