Acknowledgments
This Watershed Tools Directory is a project of the Watershed Policy Committee, Office of
Water, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The Directory was compiled and edited by Chris
Laabs with the assistance of the Watershed Technical Assistance Coordinating Team, which
included:
HQS
OGWDW/GWPD Charles A. Job
OST/HECD Margarets Heber .
OST/SASD Marjorie Pitts
OWM/PD Deborah Nagle
OWOW/AWPD Don Brady
OWOW/OCPD Darrell Brown
OWOW/WD Phil Oshida
OPPE John Moses
Abbey Friedman
Charlie Gregg
Dhol Herzi
Nancy Roth
Regions
Trish Garrigan, Region 1
Jane' Leu, Region 2 l
Ed Stigall, Region 3 Chesapeake Bay
Tom Henry, Region 3
Marideth Anderson, Region 4
Tom Davenport, Region 5
Sharon Parrish, Region 6
Donna Sefton, Region 7
Karen Hamilton, Region 8 .
Dave Smith,. Region 9
Jack Gakstatter, Region 10
The contributions of everyone who provided entries for the Directory is greatly appreciated.
. Disclaimer- This directory is a listing of tools that is merely a listing and should not be
construed as an endorsement or an indication that the technology contained within the
directory or tools has been evaluated and found technically sound. The user should assume
responsibility for the use of these tools and the resultant outputs.
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WATERSHED TOOLS DIRECTORY
Introduction
This Watershed Tools Directory describes several hundred methods, models, data sources
and other approaches that States and communities can use in managing watersheds to improve or
maintain water quality for human health and ecological purposes. The Directory was prepared
under the guidance of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Assistant Administrator for
Water to promote the Watershed Approach by facilitating the exchange of information on
technical protection measures. The Directory in current form is not exhaustive and is intended to
be updated as more tools are identified. Each tool is briefly described in the Directory, including
tool type, title/name, point of contact and other information pertinent to using the tool.
Definition of Watershed Tool
For the purposes of the Directory, "watershed tool" is defined as "any method, approach,
or technique used to evaluate, measure, correct or prevent a chemical, physical, or biological
impairment or threat to a watershed (including ground water and surface water)." This definition
includes a wide range of tool categories, including data collection, modeling, planning, finance
and training. .
Using the Watershed Tools Directory
The Directory has been organized into one page descriptions of Watershed Tools. The
Directory is three hole punched to allow the tools to be placed in a binder. The tool were
intentionally printed single sided to allow for additional tools to be added in logical order without
the added cost of revising the entire document.
Tool Category Definitions
Fundamental to using the Watershed Tools Directory, is understanding its organization.
The Directory is divided into twelve sections which correspond to the categories of tools included
in the Directory. The definition of each category is:
Data Collection, Measurement, and Assessment Tools- includes data collection/monitoring
programs or efforts, assessment methods, measurement tools, evaluation indicators, and test
procedures. , .
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Database Tools- includes databases, datafiles, and tracking systems containing watershed related
information which may or may not be integrated with geographical information systems (GIS) or
spatial mapping systems. .
Economic Analysis Tools- includes tools to compare, predict and/or analyze the costs/benefits of
environmental decisions. '
Environmental Goal Setting Tools- includes tools that establish environmental goals in the form
of criteria, standards, and indicators.
Financial Assistance Tool- includes grants, loan programs, and cooperative agreements.
Modeling Tools- includes mathematical, conceptual or computer models which analyze data or
integrate databases and geographic mapping capabilities in order to predict or measure the impacts
on selected environmental variables, and/or determine the risk, fate, and the transport of specific
chemicals within the environment.
Organizational/Institutional/Programmatic Tools- includes tools used to set up, plan, integrate,
and/or coordinate agencies and/or groups or activities in watersheds.
Outreach/Education Tools- includes tools which facilitate stakeholder involvement, communication,
compliance assistance, and/or makes the public aware of watershed issues through education.
Policy and Planning Tools- includes general policy statements and related documents, long-range
strategic plans, annual program plans, and tools that assist in developing, organizing and
implementing a planning process. .
Reference Reports and Studies- includes reports and studies on watersheds/watershed management
and other related matters published by EPA and referral and search services (e.g., clearinghouses,
hotlines, electronic bulletin boards) developed for watershed related information/assistance.
Restoration/Prevention Tools- includes tools used to rehabilitate, repair, or prevent watershed
impairments or degradations. ,
Training Tools- includes training courses, workshops, and conferences that involve lectures and/or
hands-on experience with various ecological and ecosystem principles and approaches or other related
matters.
The Table of Contents reflects this organization.
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Tool Information
Within each tool, the same information fields are used. These information fields are:
-Category of Tool -broad definition of the type of tool (see page ii for further information)
-Last date the Tool's information was updated
-Title of the Too!
-Physical Form of the Tool- book, computer program,ect (Document Number if applicable)
-Description of the Tool
-List of Tool Users
-Keywords- associated with the tool
-Additional Information- Other forms of the tool; Costs associated with the Tool; Computer System
-Requirements (if applicable)
-Availability- Where can a person obtain the Tool.
-Contact Information-Includes: Name
Organization
Address
Phone Number
Fax Number
Email address if given
Index
The Index at the back of the Directory (Appendix B) is organized by "key word." These
keywords were identified by the individuals submitting the tool for inclusion in the Directory.
The Index is useful for searching within a "resource" or "technical area," such as "wetlands"
or "assessment", to identify tools relating to that subject. Also, a list of keywords can be
found on page ix of the introduction.
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Directory Update
Update Registration
Updates to the Directory will be sent out on a periodic basis. If you wish to register to receive the
updates, please til! out the enclosed information and send to:
US EPA - Office of Water
Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Watershed Tools Coordinator
401M Street, SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
or
Fax (202) 260-7024
TOOLS UPDATE REGISTRATION FORM
1. First name. ;
2. Last name. '_ ......... '
3. Title. ;
4. Phone number. - _-_
5. Facsimile number. - -____
6. Internet Address. _
7; Agency
8. Hailing address:
City
State are you in?
Zip Code ^_
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Adding Additional Tools
The Directory will be updated as more tools are identified. These tools may be developed and used
by all sectors, government local, State and Federal - and industry. If you desire'to update the
Directory with a tool that is not already reported in it, please make a copy of and complete the Tools
Directory Information sheets below (vii-xi) and send them to:
US EPA - Office of Water
Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Watershed Tools Coordinator
401 M Street, SW (4503F) Watershed Tools Directory Project
Watershed Branch (4503-F)
Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Environmental Protection Agency
401 M. St. S.W.
Washington; DC 20460
or
Fax to 202-260-7024
If you have questions about submitting entries to the Directory, please inquire at:
202-260-7030 or Fax 202-260-7024.
Also, you can contact us via the internet at http://www.wpa.gov/OWOW
The Environmental Protection Agency appreciates your use and update of this Directory. The
Directory is planned for Internet access in early 1996. The Tools Directory Information sheets appear
below.
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POINT OF CONTACT (for tool information)
1. First name. - _
2. Last name.
.3. Phone number. - -
4. Facsimile number. _ - -
5. Internet Address. :
Hailing Address
6. Agency
7. Office
8. Division
9. What is the first line of your mailing address?
10. What is the second line of your mailing address?
11. What city are you in?
12. What state are you in?
13. What is your Zip Code? -
TOOL DESCRIPTION
14. What is the Watershed Tool's Name?
15. Please describe the Watershed Tool.
In your narrative please include the following:
-a brief description, the tool's purpose, method of use and the
tool's output(s) or result(s).
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Extra Space for Question 15 if needed.
16. What Category best describes the Watershed Tool?
D Data Collection, Measurement, or o Outreach/Education Tool
Assessment Tool Q Policy and Planning Tool
D Database Tool D Reference Report or Study
a Financial Assistance Tool > o Restoration/Prevention Tool
D Economic Analysis Tool o Training Tool
a Environmental Goal Setting Tool a other -Specify i_
a Modeling Tool
D Organizational/Institutional
or Programmatic Tool
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17. 'Please identify the keywords that apply to the tool. (Circle
all that apply)
Atmospheric
Aquatic Biology
Assessment/evaluation
Biology
Biodiversity
Chemistry
Climate
Coliforms
Combined Sewer
Communities
Compliance
Construction Grants
Cost Benefit Analysis
Deposition
Discharge
Disposal
Dissolved Oxygen
Drinking Water
Effluent
Emissions
Environmental Effects
Erosion Control
Estuaries
Facilities, Industrial
Facilities, Waste Generation
Flow Regulated
Forestry
Geographical Information System
Grants and Contracts
Ground Water
Habitat
Health Effect
Hydrology
Hydrologic Unit Codes
Inspection
Integrated Crop Management
Integrated Pest Management
Lakes
Land use and Management
Management
Metals
Mitigation
Model(s)
Monitoring
Nonpoint Source Related
NPDES
Nutrients
Oceans
Permits
Pesticides
Point Source(s)
Policy Analysis
Pretreatment
Prevention
Priority Pollutant
Procedure
Process
Public Outreach
QualityAssurance/QualityControl
Recycling
Reporting
Restoration
Riparian
Risk
Rivers
Sediment
Sludge
Soil
Spills
Stormwater
Streams "
Surface Water
Test/Analysis
TMDL Related
Toxicity
Training
Treatment/Disposal
Waste Management
Wetland
Other
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18. In what form is the tool available? (mark more that one if
applicable)
D computer Program o Mathematical Model a Book/Reference
a Course/Workshop a Video a other (______)
18a. If book/reference then:
Please provide EPA Publication number if available.
18b. If Computer Program then:
> What are the minimum system requirements?
CPU: D 286 a 386 D 486 D Pentium
a N/A D Unknown
RAM: a 1 meg a 2 meg D 3 meg D 4 meg
O 5 meg O 6 meg a 7 meg O 3 meg
a 9 meg D 10 meg n >10 meg
a N/A a unknown
DOS Version: n 3.0 or less a 3.0-5.0 a>5.0
: D N/A a Unknown
19. What is the tool's status?
a complete '
O in-development
18a. What is its expected completion date?
TOOL USE
20. Who are the users of the tool? (Mark more than one if
applicable)
o Businesses (Agriculture included) a Community Croups
a Federal Agencies a Localities
D States a Tribes
q other - '
21. Does the use of the Watershed Tool require specialized
training?
a YES a NO
21a. If yes, please briefly explain
22. What is the cost to obtain the tool? $.
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23. How can a person obtain the tool?
D Call the contact D Order by Fax O Contact NCEPI Q NTIS
n internet D BBS D Other ( _)
23a. If Internet available, what is the address? -
23b. If BBS available, what is the phone number?
GEOGRAPHICAL APPLICABILITY
24. Can the tool be used universally throughout the country?
D Yes D No D N/A
24a. If no, please briefly explain the limitations.
OTHER INFORMATION
25. Is there any other information about each watershed tool you
would like -to mention?
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DATA COLLECTION/MEASUREMENT/ASSESSME.NT TOOLS
Advanced Identification DCMA-1
Aerial Photography .... DCMA-2
Analytical Methods for the Determination of Pollutants in Waste
Water DCMA-3
Analytical Procedures and Quality Assurance Plan for the Determination
of Xenobiotic Contaminants in Fish .DCMA-4
Assessment of Uncertainties and variability in Wildlife
Toxicity Data DCMA-5
ASTM 1993 Annual Book of ASTM Standards Water arid Environmental.DCMA-6
Barny DCMA-7
Bibliography of Methods for Marine and Estuarine Monitoring.....DCMA-8
Construction of Aquatic-Based Webs DCMA-9
Culture and Test - Methods - DCMA-10
CWA Section 106 Guidance for Water Quality Monitoring. DCMA-11
CWA Section 403: Procedural and Monitoring Guidance. DCMA-12
Ecological Risk Assessment DCMA-13
Electric Log DCMA-14
EMAPS Ecological Indicators for Aquatic Systems DCMA-15
Environmental Indicators DCMA-16
Equilibrium Partition Approach for the Development of Sediment Quality
Criteria for Non-Ionic Organic Contaminants for the Protection of
Benthic Organisms (Technical Basis Document) DCMA-17
Evaluation of Dredge Material Proposed for Ocean Disposal
Testing Manual > DCMA-18
Farm Assessment System (FARM*A*SYST) DCMA-19
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Field Operations and Safety Manual EMAP-Estuaries VA.Province
Preliminary Draft .. » .DCMA-20
Global Positioning System (GPS) Base Station
Data DCMA-21
Guidance for Assessing Chemical Contaminants Data for use in Fish
Advisories Volume, Sampling and Analysis; Volume 2 Risk Assessment and
Fish Consumption Limits ..' DCMA-22
Guidance for State Water Monitoring and Wasteload Allocation Programs,
EPA 440/4-85-031, October 1985 DCMA-23
Guide to Federal Water Quality Programs and Information DCMA-24
Gulf of Mexico Estuarine Assessment Tools DCMA-25
Handbook-Stream Sampling for Waste Load Allocation Applications,
EPA 625/6-86/013, September 1986. i . . . .DCMA-26
Home Assessment System (HOME*A*SYST) ^DCMA-27
Hydrogeomorphic Approach to Wetland Functional Assessment (HGM).DCMA-28
Inland Testing Manual for Evaluation of Dredged Material DCMA-29
Laboratory Methods Manual-Estuaries; EMAP Program .DCMA-30
Louisiana Ambient Monitoring Network. .DCMA-31
Macroinvertebrate Field and Lab Methods for Evaluating the Biological
Integrity of Surface Water DCMA-32
Marsh Management . DCMA-33
Measuring Progress of Estuary Systems DCMA-34
Methods to Derive Wildlife Criteria. DCMA-35
Methods for Aquatic Identification Evaluations, Phase 1 Toxicity
Characterize Procedures, 2nd Edition. DCMA-36
Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations, Phase II
Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and
Chronic Toxicity DCMA-37
Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase III
Toxicity Confirmation for Samples Exhibiting Acute and Chronic
Toxicity DCMA-38
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Methods for Measuring Acute Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving
Waters to Freshwater and Marine Organisms DCMA-39
Methods for Measuring the Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Contaminants
with Estuarine and Marine Amphipods , DCMA-40
Methods Measuring the Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Contaminants with
Freshwater Invertebrates DCMA-41
Methods for the Determination of Chemical Substances in Marine and
Estuarine. Environmental Samples DCMA-42
Methods for the Determination of Inorganic Substances in Environmental
Samples , DCMA-43
Methods for the Determination of Metals in Environmental
Samples DCMA-44
Molecular Characterization of Estuarine Microorganisms DCMA-45
Monitoring Guidance for the National Estuary Program DCMA-46
National Shellfish Sanitation Program Manual of Operations Part I
Sanitation of Shellfish Growing areas 1990 Revisions. DCMA-47
Nutrient Threshold Assessments Techniques and Their use in Developing
Site Specific Water Quality Criteria in Freshwater Ecosystems,..DCMA-48
Ocean Discharge Criteria (A.K.A. "ODC",) SEC 403 Clean Water Act
DCMA-49
Pathology of. Marine and Estuarine Organisms Tools DCMA-50
Quantitative Techniques for the Assessment of Lake Quality......DCMA-51
Reachfile I and III DCMA-52
Recommended Procedure for the Examination Sea Water and
Shellfish; 4th Edition - DCMA-53
Remote Sensing and Image Processing . .DCMA-54
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A Review of Methods for Assessing Nonpoint Source Contaminated
Ground Water Discharge to Surface Water DCMA-55
Sanitary Survey DCMA-56
Sediment Classification Methods Compendium. DCMA-57
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Sediment Toxicity Testing Methodology Guidance DCMA-58
Selecting Remediation Techniques for Contaminated Sediment......DCMA-59
Short-Term Methods for Estimating the Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and
Receiving Water to Freshwater Organisms, 2nd Edition .DCMA-60
Small Watershed Monitoring DCMA-61
Standard Operating Procedures and Field Methods used for
Conducting Ecological Risk Assessment Case studies DCMA-62
Statistical Methods for the Analysis of Lake Water Quality
Trends. DCMA-63
.Steward (Support Technology for Environment, Water, and
Agriculture Resource Decisions) DCMA-64
Survey Designs for Aquatic Systems DCMA-65
Test Systems for Biotechnology Products DCMA-66
Volunteer Lake Monitoring: A Methods Manual : DCMA-67
Volunteer Monitoring. DCMA-68
Volunteer Water Monitoring: A Guide for State Managers .DCMA-69
Waterbody System (WBS) Database DCMA-70
Watershed Screening ancl Targeting Tool (WSTT) .DCMA-71
Wetlands Research Program DCMA-72
Winhusle, DCMA-73
DATABASE TOOLS
Biological Criteria: A Guide to Technical Literature DB-1
Clean Lakes Program Management System (CLPMS) Version 5.0 DB-2
Environmental Monitoring Methods Index, Version 1.0 ,. DB-3
Grants Reporting and Tracking System (CRTS) DB-4
Methods for Collection and Analysis of Aquatic Biological
and Microbiological Samples DB-5
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National Directory of Volunteer Environmental Monitoring
Programs: 4th Edition.. DB-6
Win. DB-7
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS TOOL
A Guide for Cost-Effectiveness and Cost-Benefit Analysis of State
and Local Ground Water Protection Programs EA-1
ENVIRONMENTAL GOAL SETTING TOOLS
Aquatic Life Risk Assessment Methodology EGS-1
Biological Criteria: National Program Guidance for Surface
Waters...... .EGS-2
Ecological Risk Assessment for Application of Sewage Sludge to
Forest and Range Land EGS-3
EMAP' s Ecological Indicators EGS-4
Environmental Indicators EGS-5
[Guidelines for Deriving site Specific Sediment Quality Criteria.EGS-6
Over enrichment Guidance EGS-7
Sediment Criteria for the Protection of Benthic Organisms
Acenaphthene, Fluranthene, Phenanthrene, Dieldrin, Endrin (Five
Documents, One for Each Chemical) EGS-8
Technical Assistance Document Delineate Areas of Groundwater/
Surface Water Interaction EGS-9
Technical Guidance Document: How to Develop and use Metal
Translators EGS-10
Technical Guidance for Estimating Total Maximum Daily Loads
(TMDLS): Integrating Steady-State and Episodic Point and
Nonpoint Sources EGS-ll
Technical Assistance Manual for Developing Total Maximum Daily
Loads, Book II Streams and River, Part 1: Biochemical Oxygen
Demand/Dissolved Oxygen and Nutrients/Eutrophication EGS-12
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technical Guidance Manual for Preforming Waste Load Allocations-
Simplified Analytical Method for Determining NPDES Effluent
Limitations for PpTWS Discharging into Low-Flow Streams ..EGS-13
Technical Guidance Manuals for Performing Waste Load
Allocations EGS-14
User's Guide to the Sediment Quality Criteria. EGS-15
Water Effect Ratio (Bioavailability) Guidance EGS-16
Water Quality Standards for Wetlands EGS-17
Watershed Ecological Risk Assessment Guidance .EGS-18
Wetlands Biocriteria Development EGS-19
Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Tests: Methods to Measure the
Toxicity of Effluent and Receiving Waters to Freshwater and
Marine Organisms EGS-20
Workshop Handbook on Multi-media Geographic Initiatives EGS-21
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TOOLS
Clean Water ACT TMDL Mini-Grants, FA-1
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CWA Section 104 (B) (3) Grant Funding Guidance FA-2
Grants for Watershed Restoration Projects FA-3
Local Financing for Wellhead Protection FA-4
Section 319 Grants FA-5
Watershed Protection: Catalog of Federal Program FA-6
MODELING TOOLS .
1993 Exposure Models Library /IKES CD-ROM. .M-l
Comparative Toxicity Models M-2
Cornell Mixing Zone Expert System (CORMIX) M-3
Delineation of Wellhead Protection areas in Fractured Rocks M-4
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Dynamic Toxics Waste Load Allocation Model (DYNTOX)/
User's Manual, September 1985 , M-5
Exams V.2.95 M-6
Femwater/Lewaste .. .. M-7
Final Technical Guidance on supplementary Stream Design
Conditions for Steady State Models, December 1988 M-8
Food and Gill Exchange of Toxic Substance (FGETS) M-9
Guidelines for Delineation of Wellhead Protection Areas M-10
High Performance Ground Water Hydrology Modeling M-ll
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Hydrological Simulation Program-Fortran (HSPF) M-12
Indiana Wetnet M-13
Indicator M-14
MINTEQA2 i M-15
Model Integration in Grass (Geographical Resources Analysis
Support System) M-16
Model of Acidification of Groundwater (MAGIC) .. ;.. .M-17
Multimedia Exposure Assessment Model (MULTIMED) M-18
Patriot M-19
Pesticide Root Zone Model (PRZM-2) ; M-20
Pollutant Routing (P-Route) M-21
Saginaw Bay /Soil Erosion and Sediment Delivery Analysis... M-22
Simulator for Water Resources in Rural Basin-Water Quality
(Windows Front-End Version) EPA-823-C-94-002, February 1994 M-23
SMPTOX3E . . . , M-24
Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) M-25
Synthesis of Methods to Predict Bioaccumulation of
Sediment Pollutants. . . M-26
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VIRALT. '. , . .M^-27
VIRALT Version 2.1 M-28
Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program (WASPS). . .- M-29
Watershed Modeling Systems Initiative (WMSI j M-30
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Wellhead Protection Strategies for Confined-Aquifer Settings....M-31
WEPP-Water Erosion Prediction Project M-32
WHPA Version 2.1 M-33
ORGANIZATIONAL/INSTITUTIONAL/PROGRAMMATIC TOOLS
Delineation of Source Water Protection areas for
Surf ace-Water Supplied Communities. OI-l
Model"BAD ACTOR" Legislation Developed by the National
Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) .OI-2
NonPoint Source Management System (NPSMS) Software 01-3
OKLA Feedyards Act OI-4
Water Quality Standards Regulation. OI-5
Watershed Protection: A Project Focus. OI-6
Wetlands and 401 Certification OI-7
Wetlands Mitigation Banking .' OI-8
OUTREACH/EDUCATION TOOLS
Case Studies in Wellhead Protection : Ten Examples of Innovative
Wellhead Protection Management Programs '. OE-1
Citizen's Guide to Ground Water Protection. .r OE-2
Clean Water Online .OE-3
Ecoscope Watershed Model and Water Quality Testing Knits OE-4
Educational Brochures and Fact Cards OE-5
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Environmental Hypermedia and Water Quality Models CD-ROM OE-6
Federal Agency Ground Water Technical Assistance Directory......OE-7
Ground Water Information System Roadmap. OE-8
GWPC-Home Pa'ge OE-9
Introduction to Water Quality Standards OE-10
National Extension Water Quality Database ; . OE-Z1
"Nonpoint Source News-Notes" OE-12
Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watershed 1995 Publication List..OE-13
Private Lands Initiative OE-14
Proceedings: Watersheds'93: A National Conference on Watershed
Management, March 21-24, 1993, Alexandria, VA OE-15
Protecting Local Ground Water Supplies through Wellhead ,.OE-16
Publications OE-17
Region II Market & Outreach Report on Community Placed Based
Watersheds OE-18
Storm Drain Stenciling Kit '. .OE-19
Troubled Waters OE-20
UIC Class V Wells OE-21
Underground Injection Control Watershed Tools .OE-22
Water Quality Criteria and Standards Programs Videotapes OE-23
Wetlands Information Hotline OE-24
Why do Wellhead Protection .OE-25
POLICY AND PLANNING TOOLS
California Ocean Plan; Water Quality Control Plan for
Ocean Waters of California PP-1
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Developing a State Wellhead Protection Program: A User's Guide
of Assist State Agencies Under the Safe Drinking Water Act PP-2
Eastern Storm Water Model. .PP-3
Ecological Risk Assessment Issue Papers ... PP-4
Economic Guidance for Water Quality Standards: Workbook PP-5
EPA Strategic Plan for Ground Water Ecology PP-6
EPA Contaminated Sediment Management Strategy-Draft.... PP-7
* . "
SPA'S Review and Approval Procedure for State Submitted
TMDLS/WLAS, March 1986 . -PP-8
Framework for Ecological Risk Assessment Report. . PP-9
Generic Quality Assurance Projection Plan Guidance for Programs
using Community Level Biological Assessment in Wadable stream
and Rivers. PP-10
Guidance for Assessing chemical Contamination Data for use in
Fish Advisories. Volume II Risk Assessment and Fish Consumption
Limits..,. , . - .PP-11
Guidance Specifying Management Measures for Sources of Nonpoint
Pollution in cpstal Waters .. PP-12
Interim Guidance on the Determination and use of Water-Effect
Ratios for Metals PP-13
Managing Contaminated Sediments PP-14
Monitoring Guidance for the National Estuary Program PP-15
NPDES Watersheds Management Technique ^PP-16
A Phase I Inventory of current EPA Efforts to Protect
Ecosystems PP-17
Project Manager's Guide to Request and Evaluating Chemical
Analyses PP-18
Section 404 Permit Review/Section 404 (B) Guidelines PP-19
State Wetlands Conservation Plans (SWCP) . PP-20
Tribal Program Guidance PP-21
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Volunteer Estuary Monitoring: A Methods Manual PP-22
Watershed Protection: A Statewide Approach .PP-23
Watershed Texas PP-24
Wellhead Protection Programs:TooIs for Local Governments.. PP-25
REFERENCE REPORTS AND STUDIES
Agriculture and the Environment -. RRS-1
Best Management Practices for Wheat RRS-2
Case Studies in the use of Rapid Bioassessment Protocols for the
Assessment of Biological Effects of Combined Sewer Overflows....RRS-3
A Commitment to Watershed Protection: A Review of the Clean of
The Clean Lakes Program. RRS-4
Compendium of Ecological Risk Assessment Tools RRS-5
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Consumption Surveys for Fish and Shellfish: A Review and Analysis
of Survey Methods RRS-6
Development documents for Effluent Limitations Guidelines and
Standards . . RRS-7
Drinking Water Sampling Waivers. RRS-8
Economic Analysis Documents for the Effluent Limitations
Guidelines and Standards RRS-9 '
EPA Headquarters Ecosystem Tool Inventory . RRS-10
Fish and Fisheries Management in Lakes and Reservoirs: Technical
Supplement to the Lake and Reservoir Restoration Guidance
Manual .RRS-11
Ground Water Resource Assessment. RRS-12
Guidance for Water Quality-Based Decisions: The TMDL Process....RRS-13
A Guide to Selected National Environmental Statistics in the U.S.
Government RRS-14
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The Lakes and Reservoir Restoration Guidance Manual (Second
Edition) RRS-15
Methods for Assessing Monpoint Source Contaminated Ground Water
Discharge to Surface Waters ; RRS-16
Modeling Phosphorus Loading and Lake Response Under Uncertainty:
A manual and Compilation of Export Coefficients RRS-17
Monitoring Lake and Reservoir Restoration: Technical supplement to
the Lake and Restoration Guidance Manual RRS-18
National Geography Awareness Week, Nov. 15-21, 1992 Teachers
Packet .RRS-19
National study of Chemical Residues in Fish. Volume 1 and II
U.S. EPA 823-R-92-008 A and B, September 1992.. ., RRS-20
Nonpoint Source Water Quality Contacts 1994-95 Directory........RRS-21
ORD S Bulletin Board System (BBS) ... RRS-22
Poultry Water Quality Handbook RRS-23
Protecting the Nation's Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds: An
Overview of Programs a Phase I Inventory of Current EPA Efforts
to Protect and Activities , RRS-24
Rates, Constraints, and Kinetics Formulations in Surface Water
Quality Modeling (Second Edition), U.S. EPA 600/3-85/040, June
1985 RRS-25
Regional Assessment of Aquifer Vulnerability and Sensitivity
in the Conterminous United States RRS-26
Section 319 Success Stories. RRS-27
Sediment Classification Methods Compendium. RRS-28
Seventeen Peer-Reviewed Ecological Risk Case Studies RRS-29
STORET/BIOS/ODES/WQAS Tools Inventory. RRS-30
Toward a Watershed Approach: Annual Report 1992 RRS-31
Washington Forest Practices Board Manual, "Standard Methodology
for Conducting Watershed Analysis". RRS-32
The Watershed Protection Approach-1993/94 Activity Report.. RRS-33
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Watershed Protection Approach: An Overview. .RRS-3
Wildlife Exposures Factors Handbook RRS-3!
Xeriscape Landscaping:Preventing Pollution and using Resources
Wisely RRS-3i
RESTORATION/PREVENTION TOOLS
Migratory Bird Conservation Commission/North American Wetlands
Conservation Act RP-1
Synoptic Model . RP-2
TRAINING TOOLS
Catalogue of Watershed Training Opportunities T-l
Ecological Restoration Conference T-2
Evaluation of Dredge Material Proposed for Discharge in Waters
of the US-Testing Manual (Draft): Inland Testing Manual T-3
Guide for Conducting Contamination Source Inventories for Public
Drinking Water Supplies T-4
Guide to Ground Water Supply Contingency Planning for Local and
State Governments T-5
International Conference on Ground Water Ecology .T-6
Lake Restoration: Proceedings of a National Conference T-7
Land Stewardship Watershed Planning Process T-8
Managing Ground Water Contamination Sources in Wellhead Protection
Areas: A priority Setting Approach T-9
The Statewide Watershed Management Course .T-10
Streambank Restoration Workshops T-ll
Training in TMDL Development and Applicable Models T-12
Water Quality Standards Academy/Regional Water 'Quality Standards
Workshops \ T-13
Watershed Protection Techniques .T-14
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX OF KEYWORDS
APPENDIX A -HOW TO OBTAIN TOOLS THROUGH NCEPI, NTIS, AND THE WATER
RESOURCES CENTER.
XXV
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Tools
Includes data collection/monitoring programs or efforts, assessment methods,
measurement tools, evaluation indicators, and test procedures.
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ADVANCED IDENTIFICATION
DataCollection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 11/27/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 40 C.F.R. 230.80
DESCRIPTION:
Advanced Identification of disposal areas (ADID) is an advance planning process under which EPA, in
cooperation with the Corps of Engineers and after consultation with the State, may identify wetlands
and other waters which are either generally suitable or unsuitable for the discharge of dredged
or fill material prior to the receipt of a Section 404 permit application. The ADID process
generally involves collection and distribution of information on the values and functions of
wetlands areas. This process provides the local community with information on the values of wetland
areas that may be affected by their activities as well as a preliminary indication of factors which
are likely to be considered during review of a Section 404 permit application. The ADID process is
intended to add predictability to the wetlands permitting process as well as better account for the
impacts of losses from multiple projects within a geographic area. The process also informs the
local population of the values and functions of wetlands in their area, and it generates
environmental information valuable for other purposes. As of December 1992, there were 35 completed
ADID projects, and 36 are ongoing.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Land Use Management, Permits, Wetland, Section 404
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 40 C.F.R. 230.80; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: John Ettinger
EPA-Water/Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands Division/Elevated Cases Branch
Address: 401 M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1190 FAX: (202) 260-8000
DCMA-1
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AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Data Collection/Measurement/Assel^Bit
Information Updated On: 10/02/95^^
Procedure/Method
DESCRIPTION: '
When analyzed by skilled photo interpreters, Aerial Photography yields information on the location and
distribution of natural and cultural resources on the earth's surface, and the change in these resources over
time due to natural or man-made impacts. The tool is in continuous use in support of on-going EPA
programs including: water, hazardous waste, and environmental assessment programs; enhancements to
this tool by converting it to diigital format are planned. This will make the tool suitable for use in
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other spatial data analysis systems.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects, Geographical Information System, Hydrology,
Monitoring, Procedure, Process, Surface Water, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Procedure/Method; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Donald Garofalo
EPA-Office of Research and Development/ORD- Las Vegas, NV
Environmental Photographic Interpretation Center (EPIC)
Address: U.S. EPA - EPIC
Building 166 Bicher Road (Vint Hill Farms Station) '.
Warrenton, VA 22187-5129
(703)341-7503
DCMA-2
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DataCollection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
ANALYTICAL METHODS FOR THE DETERMINATION OF POLLUTANTS IN WASTEWATER
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION: '. "
Individual documents on the analysis of pollutants in wastewater: symposium proceedings, method
manuals, and compliance assessment manuals.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Chemistry, Monitoring, Test/Analysis, environmental data
Additional Information: COST: varies; Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS/ERIC
Name: Ben Honaker
USEPA-OW/OST/EAD
Address: MC 4503
401 M. St.
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-2272 FAX: (202) 260-718 5
DCMA-3
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Data Collection/Measurement/Ass
" Information Updated On: 09/23/94
ANALYTICAL PROCEDURES AND QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN FOR THE
DETERMINATION OF XENOBIOTIC CHEMICAL CONTAMINANTS IN FISH
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: NTIS: PB90-192782
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This document, developed for Phase II of the USEPA National Dioxin Study, describes the analytical
procedures and quality assurance plan for the determination of xenobiotic chemical contaminants in
fish.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Pesticides, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS: PB90- 192782; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office Of Research And Development/Environmental Research Laboratory
(218)720-5500
DCMA-4
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
ASSESSMENT OF UNCERTAINTIES AND VARIABILITY IN WILDLIFE TOXICITY
DATA
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
This assessment of the uncertainty and variability in wildlife toxicity data will be prepared so
that it can be consulted to determine appropriate extrapolation factors when the effects of chemicals
on wildlife species are an important stressor to consider in carrying out an ecological
risk assessment.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/Evaluation, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name: Suzanne Marcy
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC, 20460
(202) 260-0689 FAX: (202) 260-1036
DCMA-5
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iriW^r
Data Collection/Measurement/Assess:
Information Updated On: 08/10/95
ASTM 1993 ANNUAL BOOK OF ASTM STANDARDS WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL
TECHNOLOGY VOL 11.04:
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
Covers biological effects and other topics (pesticides, resource recovery, hazardous subsets, oil
spill responses, waste management) contains 70 tests, practices, and guides for assessing biological
effects and environmental fate
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Pesticides, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, QA/QC, Sediment,
Sludge, Spills, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through: AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING & MATERIALS
Name: PUBLISHED BOOK
DCMA-6
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BARNY
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Models phosphorus and COD loads to surface and groundwater. Used to determine pollution ranking and
eligibility for priority watershed cost sharing. Gives pounds of phosphorus and COD loaded annually
Tool Users: Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Metals, NPS Related, Nutrients, Priority Pollutant, Surface Water,
Waste Management
Additional Information: COST: Call contact; Minimum Requirements: 286, I M, DOS: 3.0 or less
Mathematical Model; Course; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:. Sue Porter
WI. Dept. Of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Agriculture Resource Management
Address: P.O. Box 8911
Madison, WI 53708-8911
(608) 724-4605 FAX: (608) 224-4615
DCMA-7
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Data Collection/Measurement/Ass<^^pit
Information Updated On: 08/10/95^^
BIBLIOGRAPHY OF METHODS FOR MARINE AND ESTUARINE MONITORING
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 842-B-95-002
POSTER
DESCRIPTION:
This document is designed to give coastal managers a single reference for the broad spectrum of
sampling and analytical methods that are in use today. Because of the complexity of estuarine and
marine environments and associated issues, no single monitoring methods manual can be applied to
all situations. This document, therefore, provides the coastal manager with a starting point for
identifying and selecting appropriate methods for use in the national estuary program, ocean dumping
program, and other coastal monitoring programs.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Trjbes
Keywords: Assessment/Evaluation, Environmental Effects, Oceans,
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842-B-95-002 POSTER
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: JOE HALL Internet Addr.: HALL.JOE@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
EPA-OW/OWOW
OCPD/CMB
Address: MAIL CODE 4504-F
401MSTSW
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-9082 FAX: (202) 260-9960
DCMA-8
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
CONSTRUCTION OF AQUATIC-BASED FOOD WEBS
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION: "
Ecological risk assessments are becoming more widely accepted and incorporated into the programs of
EPA and other Federal agencies. As Agencies and offices attempt to extrapolate the impacts of
contaminants to higher-trophic level consumers, quantification of exposures of higher-level
consumers is an essential element in assessing the impacts of chemical stressors on wildlife species.
This tool provides a compilation of the quantitative exposure parameters of wildlife species and
estimations of their trophic levels and the variability associated with these estimates
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Metals
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name: Suzanne Marcy
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC, 20460
(202) 260-0689 FAX: (202) 260-1036
DCMA-9
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CULTURE AND TEST METHODS
Data Collection/Measurement/Ass
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Procedure/Method
DESCRIPTION:
A variety of culture and test methods have been developed for representative bay and estuarine fish
and invertebrates species. Most, but not all, have been published in ASTM, official EPA methods
manuals that support the NPDES Permitting process, the California Water Plan methods manual, and
others are published in scientific journals.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Monitoring, Procedure, Process, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Procedure/Method; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dr. Douglas Middaugh
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL - Gulf Breeze, Fl. ,
Address: Sabine Island Drive -
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(904)934-9310
DCMA-10
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
' . Information Updated On: 09/08/95
CWA SECTION 106 GUIDANCE FOR WATER QUALITY MONITORING
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The CWA Section 106 Guidance for Water Quality Monitoring was developed to promote and support
EPA's multi-year State monitoring strategy. The overall monitoring strategy includes monitoring for the
purposes of 1) determining status and trends, 2) identifying causes and sources of problems and
ranking them in priority order, 3) designing and implementing water management programs, 4)
determining compliance and program effectiveness, and 5) responding to emergencies. The multi-year
State monitoring strategy called for in the Section 106 guidance will bring the agency's State
partners into this multi-scale framework. The Section 106 Guidance is a key tool in OW's efforts to
work with agency partners to improve the water quality monitoring across the country and meet a
number of monitoring program goals, including: monitoring more of our waters, but do so more
cost-effectively by employing monitoring techniques appropriate to the condition of and goals for the
water; greater comparability in monitoring parameters and methods; reporting of water quality using
common indicators to measure our progress toward meeting our agreed-upon water quality goals;
working more closely and share information more easily with our many public and private monitoring
partners. The 106 guidance supports all these efforts, and is a tool that can be effectively used in
working with States to revitalize monitoring programs and report core information in a comparable
fashion. . .
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Biology, Bioassessmeht, Environmental Effects, Monitoring, QA/QC, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Mary Belefski
Internet Addr.: belefski.mary@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
Address: US-EP A
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7061 FAX: (202) 260-7024
DCMA-11
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Data Collection/Measurement/AsseflBt
Information Updated On: 08/15/95
CWA SECTION 403: PROCEDURAL AND MONITORING GUIDANCE
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 842-B-94-003
DESCRIPTION:
This document is designed to provide the EPA regions and NPDES-authorized states with a framework for
the decision-making process for Clean Waters Act Sect 403 evaluations and on the monitoring required.
Options under the basis of no irreparable harm, criteria for evaluating potential impact, and monitoring
requirements are discussed.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords; Assessment/evaluation, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Combined Sewer,
Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Effluent, Estuaries, Health Effects,
Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Permits, Priority Pollutant, QA/QC, Reporting, Rivers,
Sediment, Sludge, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Treatment
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842-B-94-003
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OW/OWOW
OCPD
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-6502
DCMA-12
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ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 08/30/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: Many
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Ecological risk assessment is a methodology to estimate and describe adverse effects on ecosystems
or species resulting from human activities. It's purpose is to assist the manager in (1) accurately
describing the environmental situation and (2) predicting possible outcomes of specific management
actions. The approach requires close and clear discussion between manager/stakeholders and the risk
assessor to define scope and questions. Preliminary work identifies issues, available data and data
gaps. Research and analysis fill in data gaps and interpret data. The resulting risk characterization
must not only describe the situation and risks, but discuss their significance.
Tool Users:.Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Management, Risk,
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course; Training Required
Available Through:
Name: Bruce Macer
US EPA/Region IX
Water Management Division
Address: 75 Hawthorne Street
W-6-1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94105-
(415) 744-1884 FAX: (415) 744-1234
DCMA-13
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ELECTRIC LOG
Data ColIection/Measurement/Asse^Bit
Information Updated On: 09/27/95^^
hard copy, chart results
DESCRIPTION.
A tool is lowered down a well from a cable at the surface. As the tool, which both transmits and
detects signals, is slowly raised to the surface by the cable, a computerized truck at the surface
has recording devices which measure and chart various parameters. These parameters are
then interpreted to read rock type, fluid type, porosity, permeability, and integrity of construction.
The rock hopefully has porous zones (for accepting fluids in underground injection procedures) and
nonporous (for containing fluids, preventing mobility into underground sources of drinking water).
Details of cementing and casing can be seen for protecting water from leaking contaminated fluids disposed
of down the well. Can also detect fluid movement. Therefore, it must be noted that many types of tools can
be listed under the general category of electric log. Can also distinguish fluids from oil in rock and overall
net amount of fluid. . ^ .
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Assessment, Deposition, Ground Water,. Hydrology, Permits, Prevention
Additional Information: hard copy, chart results; Training Required
Available Through:
Name: Jean Chrusicki
USEPA REGION V/Standards and applied science
Address: 77 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 353-1435 FAX: (312) 886-7804
DCMA-14
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
EMAP'S ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS FOR AQUATIC SYSTEMS
Process
DESCRIPTION: :
Ecological Indicators for Aquatic systems of biological integrity for lakes, streams, and wetlands
are being developed as part of the EMAP. Surface Waters program. These indicators have their basis
in the concepts of the RBPs developed by the Office of Water and are refinements of the same
approach. Reference conditions will be defined for ecoregions across the country as a yardstick
against which to compare results of monitoring efforts by the regions and states.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Policy Analysis
Additional Information: Process; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Steve Paulsen
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory - Corvallis
Address: 200 S.W. 35th Street
Corvallis, OR 97330
(503)754-4428
DCMA-15
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ENVIRONMENTAL INDICATORS
Data Collection/Measurement/As:
Information Updated On: 07/26/9
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
The Chesapeake Bay Program has compiled 83 environmental indicators. The indicators are grouped by
level ranging from processes to control discharges, an example being the SNC rate for NPDES permits,
to living resource indicators such as the biomass of adult striped bass. They are also linked along
specific tracts such as living resources showing the relationships between nutrient loads, changes
in habitat, changes in food supply and living resource biomass. These examples can be used as a
guide in developing environmental indicators for any watershed. Types of data and potential sources
of data are identified in accompanying documentation
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effects, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Monitoring, Risk, Streams,
Surface Water
Additional Information: COST: nothing; Minimum Requirements: 486, 8 M, DOS: > 5.0
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Ed Stigall
Internet Addr.: EStigall@Chesie.Ann.EPA.GOV
EPA-OW/Region III
Chesapeake Bay Program, Associate Director for Science/N/A
Address: 410~Severn Ave.
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-5740 FAX: (410) 267-5777
DCMA-16
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
EQUILIBRIUM PARTITIONING APPROACH FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SEDIMENT
QUALITY CRITERIA FOR NON-IONIC ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS FOR THE PROTECTION OF
BENTHIC ORGANISMS (TECHNICAL BASIS DOCUMENT)
Mathematical Model
Book/Reference
Course
NTIS
DESCRIPTION: '
This tool outlines the theory, research, assumptions, and uncertainties behind the equilibrium
partitioning theory and how it applies to evaluating sediments and deriving sediment quality
criteria. The method provides for the evaluation of any sediment for its potential impact on
benthic organisms by non-ionic organic contaminants. This ecological risk assessment methodology is
broadly applicable to non-ionic organic contaminants in any sediment with total organic carbon
greater than 0.2%. It allows the comparison of sediment toxicity across sediment types by
accounting for the bioavailability of the contaminant of concern in the sediment
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental effects, Risk, Sediment
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Book/Reference; Course;
Available Through: Call the contact
OrderbyFAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Mary Reiley
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC, 20460
(202) 260-9456 FAX: (202) 260-1036
DCMA-17
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Data Collection/Measurement/
Information Updated On: 09/22/94
EVALUATION OF DREDGED MATERIAL PROPOSED FOR OCEAN DISPOSAL TESTING
MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 503/8-91/001
DESCRIPTION: ~"
This manual, commonly referred to as the "Green Book", is an update of Ecological Evaluation of
Proposed Discharge of Dredged Material Into Ocean Waters (EPA/ACE, 1977). This manual contains
technical guidance for determining the suitability of dredged material for ocean disposal
through chemical, physical, and biological evaluations. The technical guidance is intended for use
by dredging applicants, laboratory scientists, and regulators in evaluating dredged material
compliance with the United States Ocean Dumping Regulations
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Management, Monitoring, NPS
Related, Oceans, Pesticides. Policy Analysis, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis, Toxicity,
Treatment
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 503/8-91/001
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA (Office of Water) and US Army Corps Of Engineers
Washington, DC
(601) 634-2571
DCMA-18
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
FARM ASSESSMENT SYSTEM (FARM *A*SYST)
Computer Program .
Book/Reference; slide training show
DESCRIPTION: ~
A partnership between government and private industry, Farm *A*Syst provides rural landowners with
knowledge, management tools and technical assistance needed to take voluntary action to prevent
pollution. The national office (jointly supported by USDA Cooperative Extension, Education and
Research Service, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services and US EPA) supports locally-based
Farm*A*Syst programs in nearly every state. In these states, agencies and the private sector work
with landowners to perform site specific assessments and plan actions to prevent environmental problems.
Farm *A*Syst is serving as a tool to support state and local initiatives to protect watersheds, drinking water
supplies and groundwater. Farmers, ranchers and rural residents trust Farm *A*Syst's voluntary approach
because it stresses personal responsibility and respects confidentiality. They appreciate the program's
comprehensive approach that pulls together legal and technical requirements in s way that non-experts can
understand. Ways to use worksheets enable landowners to assess pollution risks related to drinking water
wells, petroleum storage, pesticide handling, septic systems, manure management, and other topics!
Worksheets are expanding to include cropland management of pesticides, nutrients, soil and.water.
landowners turn self-assessments into action plans that result responsible actions to protect their family's
health, preserve the value of their land, and avoid legal liability.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Community, Drinking Water, Erosion Control, Ground Water,
Integrated Crop Management, Land Use Management, NFS Related, Nutrients, Pesticides,
Prevention, Public Outreach, Soil, Surface Water, Waste Management
Additional Information: COST: $10-12 for; Minimum Requirements: 386, 4 M, DOS: 3.0 or less;
Book/Reference, slide training show
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Order by FAX
Name: Gary Jackson Internet Addr.: farmasyst@macc.wisc.edu
National Farm *A*Syst/Home*A*Syst Office
Address: B142 Steenbock Library
550 Babcock Dr.
Madison, Wl 53706-1293
(608) 262-0024 FAX: (608) 265-2775
DCMA-19
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assi
Information Updated On: 08/17/95
FIELD OPERATIONS AND SAFETY MANUAL EMAP-ESTUARIES VA. PROVINCE:
PRELIM/DRAFT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA/600/X92/XXX
DESCRIPTION: ~~~
This manual describes all field operations including QA and safety. It is designed to serve as a
field guide and to be carried on the boats.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Community,
Dissolved Oxygen, Emissions, Estuaries, Habitat,. Health Effects, Management, Monitoring,
Procedure, Process, QA/QC, Sediment, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity,
Training
Additional Information: COST: *; Book/Reference, EPA/600/X92/XXX; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact .
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-ORD
ENVIRONMENTAL RES. LAB
NARRAGANSETT, RI
(401) 782-3000
DCMA-20
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) BASE STATION DATA
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
The Purdue University Schools of Engineering maintains a mapping grade base station to support
surveys with the Global Positioning Satellite(GPS). The base station provides relative positional
data gathered from a set of satellites. The data is used in developing all kinds of geographical
information systems, but also in geodesy, surveying and mapping, and photogrammetry for things such
as land, marine and navigation, precise surveying, electronic charting, and time transfer. The
School has acquired a TRIMBLE Pathfinder Community Base Station and a set of TRIMBLEPathfmder
roving receivers (all of mapping grade accuracy)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Geographical Information System, Monitoring, QA/QC, Reporting, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: COST: Fees apply; Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Training
Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Hahn Leighanne
(317)494-1492
DCMA-21
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Data Collection/Measurement/Asse^^Bt
i<^^-
Information Updated On: 10/26/95
GUIDANCE FOR ASSESSING CHEMICAL CONTAMINANT DATA FOR USE IN FISH
ADVISORIES VOLUME I, SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS; VOLUME 2 RISK ASSESSMENT AND
FISH CONSUMPTION LIMITS '
Book/Reference EPA Pub. #: EPA 823-R-93-002;823-B-94-004; 823-B-95-001
DESCRIPTION: '. ~~
These guidance documents include recommendations for Held sampling and laboratory analysis to
determine levels of chemical contaminants in fish tissue and for the development offish consumption
limits for chemically contaminated noncommercial freshwater and estuarine fish. It addresses
statistical, laboratory methodological, and field sampling considerations and provides information
on 24 potential fish contaminants. Supplementing these volumes is an .additional volume on communicating
the risks to different populations risk.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Priority Pollutant, Risk
Additional Information: see below,
Available Through: NCEPI . "
Name: Tom Arrnitage
US EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division
Address: US EPA-WSM
401M Street S.W. (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5388
DCMA-22
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessnient
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
GUIDANCE FOR STATE WATER MONITORING AND WASTELOAD
ALLOCATION PROGRAMS, EPA 440/4-85-031, OCTOBER 1985.
DESCRIPTION:
The first part of the document tnrtlines the objectives of the water monitoring program to conduct
assessments and make necessary control decisions. The second part describes the process of
identifying and calculating total maximum daily loads and waste load allocations for point and
nonpoint sources of pollution.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Monitoring, TMDL related
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WSM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
DCMA-23
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Data Collection/Measurement/Asses
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
GUIDE TO FEDERAL WATER QUALITY PROGRAMS AND INFORMATION
Computer Program
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 230-B-93-001
DESCRIPTION:
Data, databases and sources of'the information for, water quality assessment are compiled in this
reference. The sources of the information are fedejral agency-wide. Chapters are divided into:
1. population pressures; 2 use of land, water and resources; 3. pollutant loadings; and, 4 ambient
surface and ground water quality. Also, a chapter describes the water-related preservation,
protection, and restoration programs of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Departments
of Agriculture, Commerce, Energy, and the Interior.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Climate, Effluent, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries, Geographical Information System, Hydrology, Lakes, Land Use Management,
' Management, Monitoring, Oceans, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Book/Reference, EPA
#230-8-93-001
Available Through: Call the contact
Public Information Center US-EPA 401 M St, SW Washington, DC 20460
Name: Stuart Tim
EPA-Office of Water
Environmental Statistics and Information Division
Address: 401 M Street, SW (PM-222B)
Washington, DC 20460
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GULF OF MEXICO ESTUARINE ASSESSMENT TOOLS
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On; 10/02/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
A variety of diagnostic tools have been used during the past two years to assess the ecological
condition of estuaries in the Gulf of Mexico. Tools include a combination of laboratory and field
assessment methods that monitor the responses of single species, populations and communities of
plants, animals and invertebrates to point and non-point source pollutants. Standard and innovative
structural and functional community end-points are being evaluated, as well as biochemical,
histopathological, and immunological biomarkers. The diagnostic techniques and assessment protocol
developed in this research program will be used by State, Federal and U.S. EPA regional offices to
manage the natural resources associated with Gulf of Mexico nearshore areas.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Combined Sewer,
Compliance, Deposition, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste
Generation, Ground Water, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Land Use Management,
Management, Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits,
Pesticides,
Point Source(s), Prevention, Procedure, QA/QC, Reporting, Restoration, Rivers,. Sediment,
Sludge, Soil, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dr. Michael Lewis
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL - Gulf Breeze, Fl.
Address: Sabine Island Drive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(904)934-9382
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' DataCollectidn/Measurement/Ass^^Hht
Information Updated On: 07/10/95^^
HANDBOOK - STREAM SAMPLING FOR ^STE LOAD ALLOCATION
APPLICATIONS, EPA 625/6-86/013, SEPTEMBER 1986.
DESCRIPTION:
Provides guidance on the development of wasteload allocations, including the design of stream
surveys to support modeling applications for waste load allocations. It describes the data
collection process for model support, and it shows' how models can be used to help stream surveys.
In general, the handbook is for field personnel on the relationship between sampling and modeling
requirements.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Consultants
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, TMDL Related
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WSM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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HOME ASSESSMENT SYSTEM (HOME*A*SYST)
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
Home *A*Syst helps owners and renters access environmental problems in and around their homes
and take voluntary action to prevent pollution. Model assessment materials are being developed by
the national Home*A*Syst office (funded by the USDA Cooperative State Research Education and
extension Service, USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service and US Environmental Protection
Agency). The national office will provide guidanceand technical assistance for states to modify these
materials for local implementation. Participating states will set up programs that stress private sector
partnerships and interagency cooperation. Hpme*A*Syst can serve as a tool to support state and local
initiatives to protect watersheds, drinking water supplies and groundwater. A series of easy-to-use
worksheets enable non experts to assess a range of pollution risks related to drinking water well, fuel
storage, septic systems, yard and garden products, indoor air quality, hazardous waste, and lead. Working
on their own, users can turn theses assessments into action to protect their home and the environment. In
the privacy of their homes, they can decide what to do and when to do it. Local staff of the cooperative .
Extension or Natural Resource Conservation Service will be available to provide assistance.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Community, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Land Use Management, NPS Related,
Pesticides, Prevention, Public Outreach, Stormwater, Surface Water, Waste Management,
residential households
Additional Information: COST: Avg. cost; Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Order by FAX
Name: Kay Stanek
Internet Addr: homeasyst@macc.wisc.edu
National Farm *A*Syst/Home*A*Syst Office
Address: B142 Steenbock Library
550 Babcock Drive
Madison, WI 53706-1293
(608) 262-0024 FAX: (608) 265-2775
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Information Updated On: 09/14/9:5
HYDROGEOMORPfflC APPROACH TO WETLAND FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT (HGM)
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The Hydrogeomorphic Approach (HGM) to assessing wetland functions is a procedural framework for
measuring the capacity of a wetland to perform functions. Under the procedure, wetlands are first
classified into regional subclasses based on hydrogeomorphic characteristics of geomorphic setting,
water source, and hydrodynamics. This classification narrows the focus of attention to the
functions of that wetlands in that class are most likely to perform, and the landscape or ecosystem
factors that are most likely to to influence how wetlands in the class function. A functional
profile, or index, is developed for each wetland subclass based on data collected from a regional
reference standard. The reference standard reflects the range of conditions that occur within the
particular wetland subclass. The functional capacity of a wetland can be measured by comparing the
wetland to the functional index for the wetland subclass. This approach can be adapted to any
geographical region and can be modified as additional information becomes available. HGM can serve
as a valuable tool for evaluating the ecological functions of wetlands within a watershed planning
context.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessement/evaluation, Hydrology, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through: Available through the US Army Corps of Engineers Waterways Experiment Station.
Name: Tom Kelsch
Internet Addr.: kelsch.thomas@epamail.epagov
EPA-WaterAYetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands and Aquatic Resources Regulatory Branch
Address: 401 M Street, S.W. (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-8795 FAX: (202) 260-7546
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
INLAND TESTING MANUAL FOR EVALUATION OF DREDGED MATERIAL
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides guidance on evaluating contaminated dredged material for discharge in open
water. The tiered testing framework provided in the document is designed to evaluate both the human
health and ecosystem impacts of discharging contaminated dredged material into fresh water bodies,
estuaries, and near coastal waters. Mixing zone models are also provided for instantaneous
discharge of dredged material. The final guidance is expected to be completed by April, 1995.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Deposition, Environmental effects. Dredge Material
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: TomArmitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology -
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA-WSM
401 M Street, S.W (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5388
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Information Updated On: 08/17/95
LABORATORY METHODS MANUAL-ESTUARIES; EMAP PROGRAM
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA/600/4-91/OlM
DESCRIPTION:
A defined set of parameters i.e. indicators of environmental quality- are addressed. Categories
are: response indicators; exposure indicators; artdhabitat indicators. Recommended protocols for lab
methods are presented in this document. They include inorganic and organic parameters,
tissue analysis, sediment toxicity and composition, histological and macrobenthic community
assessment.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Community, Dissolved
Oxygen, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effects, Metals, Monitoring, Oceans,
Pesticides, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Process, QA/QC, Reporting, Sediment, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity . '
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA/600/4-91/024; Training Required
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-ORD/ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SYSTEMS LAB
CINCINNATI, OH
(513)569-7301
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
LOUISIANA AMBIENT MONITORING NETWORK
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #; Data summary
electronic data file
DESCRIPTION: '~~
Statewide sampling program designed to monitor water quality conditions and trends in streams, lakes
and estuaries; to establish background conditionsin unpolluted streams; and to monitor effects of
wastewater discharges. Parameters monitored include temperature, dissolved oxygen, cholide,
sulfate.nitrate-nitrite nitrogen, phosphorus, turbidity, and metals. The resultant data are stored
on mainframe system. Data for some sites date back to!958. Data can be provided on electronic
disks or in hard copy reports. Data summary is published biennially as a supplement to the 305 (b) '
Report
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Dissolved Oxygen, Metals, Monitoring, Surface Water
Additional Information: COST: variable; Book/Reference, Data summaryelectronic data file; Training
Required ,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: AlHindrichs
- Louisiana DEQ/Water Resources
Water Quality Management
Address: P.O. Box 82215
Baton Rouge, LA 70884-2215
(504) 765-0511 FAX: (504) 765-0635
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Information Updated On: 08/17/95
MACROINVERTEBRATE FIELD AND LAB METHODS FOR EVALUATING THE
BIOLOGICAL INTEGRITY OF SURFACE WATERS.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 600/4-90/030
NTIS
NTIS:PB91-171363
DESCRIPTION:
A revision and enlargement of a chapter on macroinvertebrate methods to provide biomonitoring
programs with current methods for assessing poibt and non-point sources.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Community, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Habitat, Lakes, Monitoring, NFS Related, Permits, Point Source(s),
Procedure, QA/QC, Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 600/4-90/030NTISNTIS:PB91-171363; Training Required
Available Through: NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-ORD/ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SYSTEM LAB
CINCINNATI, OH
(513)569-7562
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MARSH MANAGEMENT
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/15/95.
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Marsh management generally refers to practices that selectively modify the hydrology of a coastal
marsh for a specific management objective, such as flood control; impoundments for wildlife
management, aquaculture, or mosquito control; and to reduce the effects of sea level rise. Some
considerthese practices as viable restoration technologies. The merits of such marsh management
practices are widely debated; it is the goal of the Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds (OWOW)
to provide guidelines to reduce the environmental risks associated with marsh management practices.
This effort carries particular significance for areas suchas coastal Louisiana who use marsh
management practices to stem wetlands loss (where the loss rate is approximately 25 square miles
annually). The Marsh Management guidelines can advance the ecosystem protection approach by
providing a framework for place-based decisions involving complex ecosystem restoration issues. To
develop these guidelines, OWOW requested the EPA Science Advisory Board to provide recommendations
on scientific criteria that may be used by EPA to evaluate new marsh management projects. EPA also
hosted a workshops in Louisiana to gather information from various stake holders in coastal
Louisiana. The OWOW will use the final SAB report, results of the workshops, and continued dialogue
with stakeholders to facilitate consensus, and to provide guidelines to reduce the environmental
risks associated with these practices.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes'
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Hydrology,
Land Use Management, Management, Process, Public Outreach, Restoration, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Fran Eargle
Internet Addr.: eargle.frances@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Oceans, Wetlands and Watersheds/Water
Wetlands/Wetlands,' Stategies and State Programs Branch
Address: US EPA
401 M Street, SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1954 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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U.S, EPA Headquarters Library
Mail code 3201
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington DC 20460
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MEASURING PROGRESS OF ESTUARY SYSTEMS
Data Collection/Measurement/Asse
Information Updated On: 08/10/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 842-B-94-008
DESCRIPTION:
This manual provides a series of suggestions on how estuary programs, localities, states, and the
federal government can regularly track the progress that estuary protection programs are making The
focus is on identifying the outcomes and results of estuary protection efforts that can be useful
to estuary managers and other officials. This manual is not addressed to the technical community; it
does not cover procedures directly related to the highly technical details involved in environmental
monitoring.This manual should be useful in development of Comprehensive Conservation Management
Plans (CCMP)as well as in their implementation
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Coliforms, Community, Discharge, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effects, Land Use Management, Management, Monitoring, NPS Related,
Nutrients, Point Source(s), Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC,
Reporting, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Stormwater, Test/Analysis, Training,
Treatment, Waste Management, Wetland, Government action checklist
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842-B-94-008
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A) .
Name: Darrell Brown
EPA-OW/OWOW
CPD/CMB
Address: 401 M St. SW
Mail Code 4504-F
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6426 FAX: (202) 260-9960
Internet Addr.: brown.darrell@epamail.epa.gov
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METHOD TO DERIVE WILDLIFE CRITERIA
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Wildlife criteria are an essential tool for determining impacts of chemical stressors in ecological
risk assessments, including impacts on endangered species. The purpose of the methodology is to
provide guidance for deriving acceptable water or tissue concentrations of bioaccumulative chemicals
to protect higher-trophic levels of aquatic and terrestrial food webs. A wildlife criteria method
for deriving water concentrations of bioaccumulative pollutants safe for higher-trophic level
consumers which feed out of the aquatic food web will be applied to derive wildlife criteria in the
Great Lakes Water Quality Initiative (GLWQI). The GLWQI will be promulgated in March 1995..
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Biology, Environmental Effects, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Risk, Toxicity,
Wildlife
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact ' .
Order by FAX
Name: Suzanne Marcy
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-0689 FAX: (202) 260-1036
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DataCollection/Measurement/AssVlpnt
Information Updated On: 09/23/94
METHODS FOR AQUATIC TOXICITY IDENTIFICATION EVALUATIONS, PHASE I
TOXICITY CHARACTERIZATION PROCEDURES, 2ND EDITION
Book/Reference, NTIS: PB92-100072
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This Phase I document is the first of a three phase series of documents that provide methods to
characterize and identify the cause of toxicity in effluents. The first phase of the series, Phase
I, characterized the physical chemical nature of the acute and chronic toxicants, thereby
simplifying the analytical work needed to identify the toxicants. Phase II provides guidance to
identify the suspect toxicants, and the last phase, Phase III provides methods to confirm that the
suspect toxicants are indeed the cause of toxicity. These recent TIE documents have been produced
or revised to include chronic toxicity recommendations and additional information or experiences we
have gained since the original methods were printed.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS: PB92-100072
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office Of Research And Development/Environmental Research Laboratory
(513)369-7562
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/22/94
METHODS FOR AQUATIC TOXICITY IDENTIFICATION EVALUATIONS, PHASE II
TOXICITY IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURES FOR SAMPLES EXHIBITING ACUTE AND
CHRONIC TOXICITY
Book/Reference, NTIS PB94-114907 . ' .
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This document is one in a series of guidance documents intended to assist dischargers and their
consultants in conducting acute or chronic aquatic toxicity identification evaluations (TIEs). TIEs
might be required by state or federal agencies resulting from an enforcement action or as a condition
of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit. The TIE approach is applicable
to effluents, ambient waters, sediment pore waters or elutriates, and hazardous waste leachates. The
methods described in this document will also help to determine the adequacy of effluent TIEs when
they are conducted as part of a toxicity reduction evaluation (TRE).
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Chemistry, Discharge, Effluent, Environmental Effects, NPDES, Permits, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS PB94-11.4907
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory
(513)569-7562
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Data Collection/Measurement/Ass
Information Updated On: 08/15/95
METHODS FOR AQUATIC TOXICITY IDENTIFICATION EVALUATIONS, PHASE m
TOXICITY CONFIRMATION FOR SAMPLES EXHIBITING ACUTE AND CHRONIC TOXICITY
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 6/600/R-92/081
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This is the last in a series of guidance documents to aid dischargers in conducting organism
Toxicity Identification Evaluations (TIE). They shbuld aid in overseeing and determining the
adequacy of TIEs as part of Toxicity Reduction Evaluations (TREs). The TIE starts with a
characterization of effluent toxicity using aquatic organisms. This step is followed by identifying a
suspect toxicant and then confirming the suspect. This document provides greater detail in Phase III.
Procedures to confirm that all toxicants have been correctly identified are given even when
toxicants are not additive.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Compliance, Discharge,
Environmental Effects, Facilities, Industrial; Facilities, Waste Generation, Ground Water,
Health Effects, Hydrology, Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NPDES, Point Source(s),
QA/QC, Reporting, Sediment, Sludge, Spills, Test/Analysis, Toxicity, Treatment,
Waste Management
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 6/600/R-92/081; Training Required
Available Through: NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-ORD
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LAB
DULUTH, MN
(513)569-7562
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 08/17/95
METHODS FOR MEASURING ACUTE TOXICITY OF EFFLUENTS AND RECEIVING
WATERS TO FRESHWATER AND MARINE ORGANISMS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA-600/4-90-027F
NTIS:P394-114733 .
DESCRIPTION: ~- :
This manual describes methods for measuring acute toxicity to freshwater, estuarine, and marine
invertebrates and fish. The tests are for the NPDES System. Modifications of these tests are also . .
used in toxicity reduction evaluations and toxicity identification evaluations and to compare
and control the effectiveness of treatment alternatives. Guidelines on safety, facilities and
equipment, test species, sample collection, and preservation, data analysis, etc. are given.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Compliance, Discharge, Dissolved Oxygen,
Effluent, Emissions, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities,
Waste Generation, Health Effects, Management, Monitoring, NPDES, Permits, Procedure,
QA/QC, Reporting, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA-600/4-90-027F; NTIS:P394-I14733; Training Required
Available Through: NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: C.I. WEBER
EPA-ORD/ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SYSTEMS LAB
CINCINNATI, OH
(513)569-7369
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METHODS FOR MEASURING THE TOXICITy OF SEDIMENT-ASSOCIATED
CONTAMINANTS WITH ESTUARINE AND MARINE AMPfflPODS.'
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: "500/R-94/025
DESCRIPTION:
This manual describes a lab method for determining the short-term toxicity of contaminated whole
sediments using marine and estuarine amphipods, using whole sediments or spiked samples. The test is
conducted for 10 days.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities^ States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Compliance, Deposition, Disposal,
Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effects, Management, Monitoring,
NFS Related, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Priority Pollutant, Q A/QC, Reporting,
Restoration, Sediment, Sludge, Streams, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Treatment,
Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 600/R-94/025; Training Required
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OW/OST
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-5385
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Information Updated On: 09/22/94 ,
METHODS FOR MEASURING THE TOXICITY OF SEDIMENT-ASSOCIATED
CONTAMINANTS WITH FRESHWATER INVERTEBRATES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 600/R-94/024
DESCRIPTION:
Procedures are described for testing freshwater organisms in the laboratory to evaluate the toxicity
or bioaccumulation of contaminants associated with whole sediments. Sediments may be collected from
the field or spiked with compounds in the laboratory. Toxicity methods are outlined for
two organisms, the amphipod Hyalella azteca and the midge Chironomus tentans. The toxicity tests are
conducted for 10 days in 300 ml chambers containing 100 ml of sediment and 175 ml of overlying water.
Overlying water is renewed daily and the test organisms are fed during the toxicity tests.
The endpoint of the toxicity tests with H. azteca is survival and the endpoints for C. tentans are
survival and growth. Procedures are described primarily for testing freshwater sediments: however,
estuarine sediments (up to 15 ppt. salinity) can also be tested with H. azteca.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Sediment, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 600/R-94/024
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Research and Development
(202) 260-5385
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Information Updated On: 09/23/94
METHODS FOR THE DETERMINATION OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES IN MARINE AND
ESTUARINE ENVIRONMENTAL S AMPLES '
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #; EPA 600/R-92/121
DESCRIPTION:
This manual contains seven methods for determination of nutrients, metals, and chlorophyll. Methods
353.4 revision 1.2 and 365.5 revision 1.3 for the measurement of nitrite + nitrate and
orthophosphate, respectively, appeared in the 1991 interim manual. Since then they have
undergone multilaboratory validation studies. Method 365.5 performed well in the study and the
multilaboratory data are presented in the revision1 of the method that appears here. The performance
of Methods 353.2 in the study indicated the cadmium reduction column chemistry and maintenance
require further investigation. The method has been retained in this manual so that further testing
can continue using a standardized method description.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Chemistry, Estuaries, Metals, Nutrients, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 600/R-92/121
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental System Laboratory
(513)569-7586
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/22/94
METHODS FOR THE DETERMINATION OF INORGANIC SUBSTANCES IN
ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLES .
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: NTIS: PB94-120821
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This manual contains ten updated and revised automated, semi-automated or methods amenable to
automation for the determination of a variety of inorganic substances in water and wastewater.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Combined Sewer, Deposition, Discharge, Effluent, Monitoring,
Stormwater, Test/Analysis, Waste Management
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS: PB94-120821
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Monitoring Systems Laboratory
(513)589-7586
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Information Updated On: 09/23/95
METHODS FOR THE DETERMINATION OF IMETALS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: NTIS: PB91-231498
NTIS
DESCRIPTION: ,
Thirteen analytical methods covering 35 analytes which may be present in a variety of environmental
sample types are described in detail. Three of th£se methods are sample preparation procedures that
require a separate determinate step found in other methods in this manual or elsewhere.
These methods involve a wide range of analytical instrumentation including inductively coupled plasma
(ICP)/atomic emission spectroscopy (AES), ICP/mass spectroscopy (MS), atomic absorption
(AA)spectroscopy, ion chromatography (1C), and high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
Application of these techniques to a diverse group of sample types is a somewhat unique feature of
this manual. Sample types include waters ranging from drinking water to marine water as well as
industrial and municipal wastewater, groundwater, and landfill leachate. Also included are methods
that will accommodate biological tissues, sediments, and soils.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Metals, Monitoring, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS: PB91 -231498
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office Of Research And Development/Environmental Monitoring System Laboratory
(513)569-7586 .
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF ESTUARINE MICROORGANISMS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
Microbial communities are largely responsible for degradation of pollutants in the aquatic
environment. Different molecular tools are being used to identify the types and functions
(activities) of different microorganisms in this dynamic process. Isotopic ratios of different
chemicals can identify the origin and fate of nutrients and pollutants and their interaction with
specific microorganisms. Ribosomal RNA probes for specific microorganisms are used to provide
precise phylogenetic determinations, to detect changes in microbiota and to characterize effects of
environmental stress on microbial communities.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dr. Rick Coffin
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL- Gulf Breeze, Fl.
Address: Sabine Island Drive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(904) 934-9255
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MONITORING GUIDANCE FOR THE NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. tf: EPA 842 B-92-004
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides guidance on how to design, implement, and evaluate a monitoring program.
Existing sampling and analytical methods for monitoring water and sediment quality, biological
resources, and human health risk are presented. Issues of QA/QC, statistical design, and
data limitations are included. Coordination with 'other programs is discussed. Two case studies are
included. .
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, .
Cost Benefit Analysis, Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Emissions,
Erosion Control, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Flow Regulation,
Forestry, Grants and Contracts, Geographical Information System, Ground Water, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Inspection, Integrated Crop Management, Metals, Monitoring, Pesticides,
Priority Pollutant, Procedure, QA/QC, Reporting, Restoration, Risk, Sediment, Test/Analysis,
TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842 B-92-004
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: JOE HALL
EPA-OW/OWOW
OCPD/CMB
Address: 401MSTSW
MAIL CODE 45034-F
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-6502 FAX: (202) 260-9960
Internet Addr.: HALL.JOE@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
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NATIONAL SHELLFISH SANITATION PROGRAM MANUAL OF OPERATIONS PART 1
SANITATION OF SHELLFISH GROWING AREAS 1990 REVISION
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This manual was developed from-a cooperative effort between the US Food and Drug Administration and
the Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference. This first two volumes are prepared as a guide for
developing State laws and regulations relating to sanitary control of shellfish growing
area classification, laboratory procedures, shellfish relay operations, growing area patrol
operations, and marine biotoxins.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Health Effect, Oceans, Procedure, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
*NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: '
USEPA-US Department of Health And Human Services/Public Health Service
Center For Foo'd And Applied Nutrition
Washington, DC
(202)205-5251
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NUTRIENT THRESHOLD ASSESSMENTS TECHNIQUES AND THEIR USE
IN DEVELOPING SITE SPECIFIC WATER DUALITY CRITERIA IN FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEM;
DESCRIPTION: .
This document summarizes the rationale used by EPA in the development of the criteria for ammonia,
nitrates/nitrites, and phosphorus. Also provide^ is a detailed matrix and a summary of the nature
of the criteria used by the states. Examples have been included that demonstrate the procedures
used by the State of Colorado for developing w,aste load allocations and loading limitations for
three reservoirs. This tool will be completed in FY 1996.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Consultants
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental effects, TMDL-related, Toxicity
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
OCEAN DISCHARGE CRITERIA (A.K. A. "ODC", SEC 403 CLEAN WATER ACT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: talk to region
DESCRIPTION: : "~~ ~ '~~~~~
Purpose: to determine "unreasonable degradation" or "unreasonable harm'1, or the potential for
either, occurring in receiving environment due to discharge of pollutants to surface waters (marine) '
of the US. In concept, ODC is the receiving water's view of all that flows into it whether
the contributing sources are point or nonpoint in nature. ODC addresses 3'primary regimes;
oceanography (physical, chemical and biological); biology(benthic communities, resident and.
anadramous fishes).Method of Use: ODC is one of several NPDES permit writing tools employed
primarily under section 402 of CWA. ODC, is potentially, one of the most powerful NPDES tools
because its structure encourages permit writers to address point source discharges from the
perspective of ecological risk, thus bringing other tools (e.g., TMDLs pertinent requirements of
other statutes (e.g., Coastal Zone Management Act, sec 7 Endangered Species Act, NEPA for new source
dischargers). Ten ODC criteria are set forth at 40 CFR Part 125, Subpart 125, Subpart M (45 FR
65942, Oct. 3, 1980). Among other criteria, the key criteria determining "unreasonable degradation"
or irreparable harm" (from the perspective of NPDES permits are as follows: quantities,
composition, and potential bioaccumulation or persistence of pollutants potential transport of
pollutants by biological, physical or chemical processes composition and vulnerability of
potentially exposed biological communities importance of receiving water to surrounding
biological communities. Results: If a permit writer determines that irreparable harm will occur based
on ODC, then no NPDES permit will be issued. If on the other hand, a permit writer cannot establish
irreparable harm, then a permit may be issued which includes effluent limits and environmental or
other monitoring to address the potential for unreasonable degradation and ensure that degradation
does not occur during the period of the permit. Outputs: Determinations of irreparable
harm/unreasonable degradation are found in NPDES fact sheets and often in supplemental documents
called ODCEs(OCean Discharge Criteria Evaluations). Depending on the nature of the receiving
environment the waste stream and pollutants, and often other local issues (such as TMDLs), water or
benthic quality criteria, ODECs may contain results of literature reviews combined with modeling arid
results of any(previous monitoring) or field verification studies or environmental monitoring from
similar permits.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Deposition, Discharge, Environmental
Effects, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Habitat, Monitoring, NPDES, Oceans, Point Source(s),
Policy Analysis, Risk, Sediment, Surface Water
Additional Information: Book/Reference, talk to region; Training Required
US EPA REGION XAVater Ocean Programs, Marine discharges Water
Address: Kris Flint, Ocean Programs (WD-137)
US EPA REGION 10
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 553-8155 FAX: (206) 553-1280
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120npMa" code 3201 X
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington DC 20460
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Information Updated On: 10/02/95
PATHOLOGY OF MARINE AND ESTUARINE ORGANISMS TOOLS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION: .
Histopathology is a well-recognized and well-documented tool for evaluation of effects of
environmental toxicants and carcinogens. Occurrence of infectious diseases in natural populations
is usually coincident with a deteriorating environment. Pathological studies include gross,
histologic and electron microscopical examinations at the organismal through subcellular levels of
organization. Pathology includes disciplines of histology, immunology, physiology and
biochemistry. Histology and immunological markers in fish populations have been very effective at
identifying toxic EMAP areas. Related tools are in various stages of development and some are
currently being field-tested. Immunological measures of fish and invertebrates are particularly
promising.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries,
Oceans,
Pesticides, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dr. William S. Fisher
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL-Gulf Breeze, Fl.
Address: Sabine Island Drive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(904)934-9394
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QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF LAKE QUALITY
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-5-79-015
DESCRIPTION:
Covers data analysis and sampling design, models, and fake classification in reference to phosphorus
loadings in lakes. (146pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Dissolved Oxygen, Environmental Effects, Hydrology,
Lakes, Land Use Management, NFS Related, Nutrients, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-5-79-015
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Oceans, Wetlands, and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch/Clean Lakes Program (4503F)
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5404 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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REACHFILE 1 AND 3
Data Collection/Measurement/Assess'
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
SrMn
Digitized Information
DESCRIPTION:
The reachfile (RF) system Is a digitized coverage of the surface waters of a geographical zone.
This information can be linked and utilized with other layers of data to do GIS analysis. RF1
coverage, which is available for the entire United States, is scaled at 1 to 500,000. While the
RF3 coverage is 1 to 100,000 scale and is available for all of the conterminous US except parts of
the Pacific Northwest .
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Estuaries, Geographical Information System, Lakes, Rivers, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, Wetland
Additional Information: Digitized Information
Available Through: Call the contact
Storet Hotline 1-800-424-9067
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/Water/Office of Oceans, Wetlands, and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7046
FAX: (202) 260-7024
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RECOMMENDED ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES AND QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY
CONTROL GUIDELINES FOR THE MEASUREMENT OF ORGANIC AND INORGANIC
ANALYTES IN MARINE SEDIMENT AND TISSUE SAMPLES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: Draft .
DESCRIPTION: ~
This document is intended to provide guidance on the analysis of organic and inorganic analytes in
marine sediments and tissues. Its purpose is tosuggest analytical methods for measuring
contaminants in the low parts-per-billion concentration range. The analytical techniques contained
herein are those employed by the US EPA Environmental Research Laboratory in Narragansett, RI for the
analysis of marine environmental samples. They are intended, however, to serve only as examples and
are not being suggested as EPA standard methods. These methods have been successfully employed
on marine samples to achieve these detection limits. Included with the analytical methods are
quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) guidelines. The overall objective of the document is
therefore to ensure that data produced under these guidelines will be of the highest quality, have
detection limits necessary for trace level marine samples, and be comparable to data produced by
other laboratories employing similar methods.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States '
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Pesticides, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Draft
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory
(401) 782-3000
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REMOTE SENSING AND IMAGE PROCESSING
Data Collection/Measurement/Asses
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
sl^F
Procedure
DESCRIPTION:
Remote Sensing and Image Processing consists of airborne and space borne instruments designed to
detect electromagnetic radiation which is emitted or reflected from the earths surface. When
collected in a geometrically coordinated fashion (sensor array or scan) the data can be assembled
into a visual representation of the portion of the earth's surface observed by the sensor system.
These visual representations, or remotely sensed images, can be digitally processed to enhance the
separability of the features observed through use of specialized image processing computer hardware
and software. These same computer systems can then be used to assemble, store, manipulate, analyze,
and display this imagery with other spatial data. Current civilian satellite systems are capable of
resolving areas as small as 2 m square, or can cover 1000 km in a single scene (with 1 km
resolution). Airborne systems are capable of resolving minute and subtle features on the earths
surface, and serve as test platforms for future space sensors. The Office of Research and
Development (Las Vegas) is currently involved in the use of airborne and space borne imagery for
ecological land cover characterization and trend analysis.
NOTE: EPIC supports internal EPA programs/offices only.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Deposition, Environmental Effects, Geographical Information System, Hydrology,
Management, Monitoring, Policy Analysis, Procedure, Process
Additional Information: Procedure; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: DonGarofalo
EPA-Office of Research and Development/ORD- Las Vegas, NV
Environmental Photographic Interpretation Center (EPIC)
Address: U.S. EPA - EPIC
Building 166 Bicher Road (Vint Hill Farms Station)
Warrenton, VA 22187-5129
(703)341-7503
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A REVIEW OF METHODS FOR ASSESSING NONPOINT SOURCE CONTAMINATED
GROUND WATER DISCHARGE TO SURFACE WATER
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 570/9-91-010
DESCRIPTION: *
The Report presents a summary of methods that have been applied to measure or estimate nonpoint
source contamination ground water discharge to surface water. The methods include field and
analytical approaches. Application of the methods result in quantitative estimates of pollutants
loads discharged by ground water surface water.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Discharge, Ground Water, Hydrology, NFS Related, Rivers, Streams, Surface
Water
Additional Information: COST: 0; Book/Reference, EPA 570/9-91-0 tO; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: John Simons
US EPA-Office of Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Technical & Information Management Branch
Address: 401 M Street SW
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-7091 FAX: (202) 260-0732
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SANITARY SURVEY
Data Collection/Measurement/Assess
Information Updated On: 10/26/95
DESCRIPTION:
On-site review of water source, facilities, equipment, operation, and maintenance of a public water
system for the purpose of evaluating the adequacy Of such source, facilities, equipment, operation
and maintenance for producing and distributing safe drinking water. Sanitary surveys provide a first
line of defense in helping public water systems protect the public health. All States required by
law to have a source sanitary survey program which is an essential element of a State's Drinking
Water Program.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Drinking Water, Health Effects, Inspection, Monitoring
Additional Information:
Available Through: '...
Name: Ken Hay
US EPA-Office of Water/Ground Water and Drinking Water
Drinking Water Implementation
Address: 401 M Street S. W
Mail 4604
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-5552 FAX: (202) 260-4656
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Information Updated On: 09/06/95
SEDIMENT CLASSIFICATION METHODS COMPENDIUM
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides an overview of recommended methods for evaluating the effects of sediment
contaminants on aquatic ecosystems. It covers sediment toxicity evaluations, benthic community
evaluations, and other methods used to classify sediment with respect to the presence of
contaminants.
Tool Users: States,Localities, Federal Agencies
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Community, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries,
Habitat, Health Effects, Management, Metals, Monitoring, Pesticides, Procedure, Process,
Reporting, Risk, Sediment, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI (See Appendix A)
Name: TomArmitage
EP A-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-5388
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Information Updated On: 07/10/95
SEDIMENT TOXICITY TESTING METHODOLOGY GUIDANCE
'AsseswBnt
DESCRIPTION:
These standard methods manuals contain guidance on testing the toxicity of freshwater, estuarine,
and marine sediments to determine ecological effects of sediment contaminants, and include guidance
on laboratory methods, interfering effects, statistical analysis, quality assurance and quality
control, species selection and handling, and sediment manipulation and handling:
o Methods for measuring the toxicity and bioaccumulatipn of sediment-associated contaminants with
freshwater invertebrates;
o Methods for measuring the toxicity of sediment-associated contaminants with
estuarine and marine amphipods.
Tool Users: Federal agencies. States, Consultants
Keywords: Assessment/Evaluation, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Sediment, Toxicity
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: Tom Armitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology -
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-5388
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Information Updated On: 09/06/95
SELECTING REMEDIATION TECHNIQUES FOR CONTAMINATED SEDIMENT
DESCRIPTION: .
This document provides guidance on available technologies for remediating contaminated sediment.
The document describes how to select an appropriate technology for remediating specific types of
contaminants. Site specific environmental conditions are addressed as well as the cost pf remedial
options.
Tool Users:' Federal agencies, States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/Evaluation, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Sediment, Toxicity
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Tom Armitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5388 '
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AsseiMRm
Data Collection/Measurement/.
Information Updated On: 09/23/95
SHORT-TERM METHODS FOR ESTIMATING THE CHRONIC TOXICITY OF EFFLUENTS
AND RECEIVING WATERS TO FRESHWATER ORGANISMS, 2ND EDITION
Book/Reference, NTIS:PB 89-207013
DESCRIPTION:
This manual describes short-term (four to seven
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SMALL WATERSHED MONITORING
reports
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
DESCRIPTION:
Monitoring small watersheds for agricultural chemicals through automates stream sampling stations.
The purpose is to provide data and information on the impacts of the routine use as agricultural
chemicals on water quality. The stations are set to collect samples in response to increased
river stage to a rainfall event. Event mean concentrations and total storm loads are estimated from
the data. Liquid precipitation is also collected with weekly composite samples analyzed for
pesticides. The precipitation data is used as an index of the contribution to the total stream load
from atmospheric sources. Precipitation amounts are also measured
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Land Use Management, Monitoring, NPS Related, Nutrients, Pesticides,
Rivers, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: COST: 0; reports; Training Required ' .
Available Through: Call the contact . ; .
Name: John Hines
Internet Addr: jhines@mda-ag.mda.state.mn.us
Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture/Monitoring and Survey
Agronomy Services
Address: 90 West Plato Blvd.
' St. Paul, MN 55107-2004
(612) 297-3994 FAX: (612) 297-2271
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND FIELD METHODS USED FOR CONDUCTING
ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT CASE STUDIES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: Tech. Doc. 2296
DESCRIPTION:
The emphasis on determining the ecological impacts of hazardous substances on coastal and estuarine
ecosystems requires the use of appropriate method^ and procedures to obtain accurate and comparable
data. The methods and procedures presented in this document have been field-tested during
research and monitoring activities performed to support ecological risk assessment case studies. The
case studies were developed as part of an interagency Memorandum of Agreement between the US Navy
Naval Command, Control and Ocean Surveillance Center (NCCOSC) Research, Development, Test,
and Evaluation Division (NRaD), San Diego, CA and the US Environmental Protection Agency
Environmental Research Laboratory Narragansett (ERL-N),Narragansett, RJ. The case studies included
a marine ecological risk assessment for Naval Shipyard Portsmouth, Kittery, ME.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Estuaries, Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, Nutrients, Pesticides,
QA/QC, Test/Analysis, Toxicity '
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Tech. Doc. 2296
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Environmental Research Laboratory
(401) 782-3000
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Information Updated On: 09/18/95
STATISTICAL METHODS FOR THE ANALYSIS OF LAKE WATER QUALITY TRENDS
Computer Program
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841-R-93-003
DESCRIPTION:
This manual and the accompanying software in the SAS system presents non-parametric statistical
methods for trend assessment in water quality, with an emphasis on lakes. The purpose of the manual
and software is to furnish lake program managers with guidance on the application and interpretation
of methods for the detection of trends in lake water quality. (107 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Hydrology, Lakes,
Land Use Management, Metals
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Book/Reference,
84I-R-93-003
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Information Updated On: 09/19/95
STEWARD (SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENT, WATER, AND AGRICULTURE
RESOURCE DECISIONS)
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
A knowledge-based (expert) software system designed to assist watershed project teams in
site-specific selection and evaluation of nonpoint source control systems in agricultural watersheds.
The system is available on the World Wide Web, with GIS and modeling components on a UNIX platform
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management, Metals, NFS Related, Risk,
Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, Wetland
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact .
Internet Address ;
Name: Koscojohn
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Nonpoint Source Control Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6385 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Procedure
DESCRIPTION:
The use of probability survey designs are increasingly critical for effective monitoring programs.
Probability survey designs allow inference from the sample locations to all resources in the region
if done correctly. Thus they are a cost effective approach for monitoring local, watershed,
Regional and national issues.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Inspection, Lakes,
Monitoring, QA/QC, Streams
Additional Information: Procedure; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Steve Paulsen
EPA-Office of Research arid Development/Environmental Research Laboratory - Corvallis, OR
Address: 200 S.W. 35th Street
Corvallis, OR 97330
(503)754-4428
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TEST SYSTEMS FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS
Book/Reference
Course
Data Collection/Measurement/Asse
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
i&MMRnt
DESCRIPTION:
Test systems have been developed for aquatic chemical fate and biotechnological rick assessment
research. These tools range from simple shake flasks to more complex flow-through microcosms
designed to allow the study of an intact sediment core under controlled laboratory conditions.
Applications for chemical fate studies include assbssing the relative importance of individual fate
processes (e.g., biodegradation, hydrolysis) with capability of observing the integration of such
processes in microcosms. Such systems can be used to examine the efficacy of commercial
bioremediation agents, as well as their environmental safety. Finally, because of their containment
characteristics, they can be used for risk assessment of genetically engineered microorganisms,
including studies of microbial survival, colonization, gene exchange, microbial community structure
and function, and some aspects of transport.
Other references:
Cripe, C.R., and P.H. Pritchard. 1990. Guidelines for Biodegradation Test Methods Used to Evaluate
Biodegradability of Chemicals in the Environment. EPA/600/X-90/217. U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, Environmental Research Laboratory, Gulf Breeze, FL, 32p.
Harcey, J., R.B.. Coffin, N. Kroer, N.Jorgensen, and C.R. Cripe. 1992. Site-Specific Aquatic
Microcosms to Study the Fate of Genetically Engineered Microorganisms. EPA/600/X-92/074. U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency, Environmental Research Laboratory, Gulf Breeze, FL, 80p.
Cripe, C.R., P.H.Pritchard, and A.M. Stern. 1992. Workshop: Application of Microcosms for Assessing
the Risk of Microbial Biotechnology Products. EPA/600/R-92/066. U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, Environmental Research Laboratory, Gulf Breeze, FL, 145 p.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Environmental Effects, Procedure, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Boole/Reference, Course .
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Rick Cripe
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL - Gulf Breeze, FI.
Address: U.S. Environmental! Protection Agency- Gulf Ecology Division
1 Sabine Island Drive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 (904)934-9340
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VOLUNTEER LAKE MONITORING: A METHODS MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: NTIS: PB92-218411
NTIS
DESCRIPTION: : ' ~~7
The EPA has developed this manual to present specific information on volunteer lake water quality
monitoring methods. It is tended both for the organizers of the volunteer program and for the
volunteer who will be actually sampling lake conditions. Its emphasis is on identifying
appropriate parameters to monitor and setting out specific steps for each selected monitoring method.
Careful quality assurance/quality control procedures are advocated throughout this manual to ensure
that the data collected by volunteers are useful to States and other agencies
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Dissolved Oxygen, Lakes, Monitoring, NPDES, Pesticides, QA/QC,
Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS: PB92-218411
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Alice Mayio
USEPA-Office Of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Assessment And Watershed Protection Division
(202)260-7018 .
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Book/Reference
Data Collection/Measurement/Ass
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
cement
DESCRIPTION: .
Volunteer monitoring is one component of the Offibe of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds' water monitoring
program. OWOW encourages citizen volunteers to become active monitors of stream, lake, estuarine, and
wetland water quality. The benefits of this progrand is that volunteers become educated about water quality issues,
become active stewards of their environment, and often generate credible data of value to State and local decision
makers. Increasingly, volunteers are moving toward monitoring watersheds rather than individual waters, and are
also assessing land conditions, biological communities, acid rain and other ecosystem components. Major
volunteer tools are:
Volunteer Lake Monitoring: A Methods Manual was designed to provide volunteers with acceptable protocols for
monitoring lakes. It includes sections on producing quality data, presenting data, and implementing a program. It
has been in use since 1991, and was developed by AWPD/OWOW through a grant.
Volunteer Estuary Monitoring A Methods Manual was designed to provide volunteers with acceptable protocols
for monitoring estuarine waters. It includes sections on producing quality data, presenting data, and implementing
a program, and has been in use 1994. The tool was developed by OCPD/OWOW through grant with Alliance for
the Chesapeake Bay.
Volunteer Water Monitoring: A Guide for State Managers was developed by AWPD/OWOW through a grant and
is designed to provide guidelines on how to effectively plan and implement a volunteer monitoring program. It has
been in use since 1990. National Directory of Volunteer Environmental Monitoring Programs provide
information on 519 volunteer monitoring programs nationwide, with contact names and descriptions.
developed by AWPD/OWOW through grant with University of Rhode Island, and has been in use since 1994.
Volunteer Monitoring on the Nonpoint Source Bulletin Board System: A special interest group forum is available
on this electronic bulletin board to allow volunteers and coordinators to exchange information, download files, etc.
Developed 1993-94 by a contract. However, this tpol is not reaching a wide audience of volunteers, perhaps
because of the cost of the phone connection and of initial difficulties in using .the system. We are addressing this
by simplifying user screens on the BBS and generating a fact sheet on how to lower your costs on the BBS,
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States. Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Btoassessment, Community, Environmental Effects,
Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Oceans, Public Outreach, Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training^Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Alice Mayio Internet Addr: mayio.alice«s)epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office o f Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch.
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460 (202) 260-7018
DCMA-68
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/23/95
VOLUNTEER WATER MONITORING: A GUIDE FOR STATE MANAGERS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: NTIS:PB93-202596
DESCRIPTION:
This guide for State regional, and Federal program managers was developed to provide an overview of
the use of citizen volunteers in environmental monitoring. Its basic premise is that a well organized,
properly maintained volunteer monitoring program can yield credible water quality data that will be useful to
the State. To help State program managers launch and manage such a program, this document discusses
how to plan and organize projects, how to involve the media, and how to prepare quality assurance plant
that will ensure that the data of known quality are produced. In addition, data management considerations
and approaches to data analysis are discussed, was well as costs and funding issues. Examples drawn from
successful existing programs are provided throughout this document.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Chemistry, Monitoring, NFS Related, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC, Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference, NTIS:PB93-202596
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Alice Mayio Internet Addr.: mayio.alice@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460 (202)260-7018
DCMA-69
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WATERBODY SYSTEM (WBS) DATABASE
Data Collection/Measurement/AssSSHhent
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
Computer Program.
DESCRIPTION:
EPA designed the Waterbody System (WBS) as a State and national database for storing and analyzing
water quality assessment information. The WBS tracks use support information for water units called
waterbodies. The WBS provides a convenient way for a State to track a wide range of assessment
information for its designated waterbodies. Data fields track information on designated use support
including aquatic life support, human health risks related to fish and shellfish consumption, and
recreational use support. Once assessment information is entered, the WBS program can generate lists
and tables useful in the preparation of the Section 305(b)reports. EPA supports a PC-based software
program to create the WBS files and handle reporting and data retrieval functions. WBS information
is also ported to a special SAS library on the EPA National Computer Center (NCC) mainframe.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Lakes, Monitoring, Oceans, Rivers,
Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Trainin,
Available Through: Call the contact
jired
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/ Oceans, Wetlands, and Watersheds
' Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
Address: 401 M St., SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7046 FAX: (202) 260-7024
DCMA-70
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Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
WATERSHED SCREENING AND TARGETING TOOL (WSTT)
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
The Watershed Screening and Targeting Tool (WSTT) is a PC-based screening tool intended to help
watershed managers at the local, state or regional level evaluate and target watersheds based, on
indicators from water quality data. This user-friendly interactive screening tool involves a two
step process. The first step allows for preliminary screening of point and nonpoint pollution
problems based on multiple criteria and data from the EPA mainframe. The user can compare reference
values with land use and water quality observations from different watersheds. The second step
involves comparative analysis and more detailed examination of the watershed. Here, the user can
include criteria weighing and additional data as warranted. Additionally there is a link to WSM, the
Watershed Screening Model, which allows for estimation of total loads of specific pollutants from
the watershed when enough data are present.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Hydrologic Unit Code, Metals, Rivers, Streams,
Surface Water, TMDL Related
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 2 M, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
DCMA-71
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WETLANDS RESEARCH PROGRAM
Data Collection/Measurement/Asses^Pr
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Process
DESCRIPTION:
The Wetlands Research Program at ERL-Corvallis has developed an approach to improving
decision-making in wetlands restoration and creation projects. The Approach uses data from a
monitoring program, including, both naturally occiirring wetlands and those restored and created, to
develop performance criteria, track the development of projects, and suggest improvements in the
design of future projects.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Deposition, Discharge, Effluent, Estuaries, Facilities,
Industrial, Hydrology, Land Use Management, Management, Monitoring, Test/Analysis,
Waste.Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Process .
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Mary E. Kentula
Internet Addr: kentula@heart.cor.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Research and Development/National Health and Environmental Effects Laboratory
Western Ecology Division
Address: 200 S.W. 35th Street
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 754-4478 FAX: (541) 754-4716
DCMA-72
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WINHUSLE
Data Collection/Measurement/Assessment
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
Course
DESCRIPTION:
.Models sediment and phosphorus loads to surface water. Determines pollution ranking and eligibility
for priority watershed cost sharing. Lists sediment loads in tons/acre/yr. from individual fields.
List phosphorus loaded from lands within the watershed and quantifies the phosphorus expelled from
the base as a whole
Tool Users: Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Reassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Discharge, Disposal,
Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Facilities, Industrial, Forestry,
Geographical Information System, Ground Water, Hydrology, Land Use Management, Management,
Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Permits, Public Outreach, Riparian,
Rivers, Sediment, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water, TMDL Related,
Waste Management
Additional Information: COST: call WI DN; Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS:~3.0 or less;
mathematical Model; Course; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Sue Porter
WI Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Agriculture Resource Management
Address: P.O. Box 8911
Madison, WI 53708-8911
(608) 224-4605 FAX: (608) 224-4615
DCMA-73
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Database Tools-
includes databases, datafiles, and tracking systems containing watershed related
information which may or may not be integrated with geographical information
systems (GIS) or spatial mapping systems.
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Database
Information Updated On: 08/17/95
BIOLOGICAL CRITERIA: GUIDE TO TECHNICAL LITERATURE
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440/5-91-004
NTIS;pb2-231489
DESCRIPTION:
This document is a general technical reference source for development of biological criteria. It
summarizes the references and gives information on manpower requirements for implementing them.
Methods are categorized for water type, education requirement, collection time, team size, data
analysis time. Also for biological community type to be investigated.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Biology, Environmental Effects, Health Effects, Test/Analysis,
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440/5-91-004 NTIS;pb2-231489
Available Through: NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE Of WATER
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-6582
DB-1
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1 Database
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
CLEAN LAKES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT1 SYSTEM (CLPMS) VERSION 5.0
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
This software provides the user with tracking and reporting database system for lakes projects.
Provides comprehensive information of CleanLakes projects. The master database at Headquarters now
has over 900 lakes and over 600 watershed projects. Projects in the database are referenced by
latitude and longitude, reach number, Sub-Watershed, county and by State. Data contained on each
record may include land/lake uses, environmental problems, pollutants and sources, monitoring,
management/restoration, project focus, and funding/budgeting information.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Dissolved Oxygen, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management
Monitoring, Nutrients, Rivers, Surface Water, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 386, 2 M, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Weinberg Anne
Internet Addr.: weinberg.anne@epamail.epa.gov
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7107 FAX: (202) 260-7024
DB-2
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Database
Information Updated On: 09/23/95
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING METHODS INDEX, VERSION 1.0 '.
Computer Program
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: ntis: pb92-503093
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
The Environmental Monitoring Methods Index (EMMI) is a computerized database listing environmentally
significant analytes that are monitored by EPA, methods for analyte analysts, and the regulatory
lists on which analytes appear. This database is designed to aid environmental program managers
and others who must develop lists of analytes for study, identify appropriate analytical methods for
a particular analyte and matrix, and locate primary sources to assist in making new environmental
policies.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Chemistry, Dissolved Oxygen, Management, Pesticides, Sediment
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Book/Reference, ntis:
pb92-503093NTIS; Training Required ' - -
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS (see Appendix A) '
Name:
USEPA-Environmentai Monitoring Management Council
(703)519-1222
DB-3
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Database
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
GRANTS REPORTING AND TRACKING SYSTEM (GRTS)
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
Tracks projects and activities funded with CWA section 319(h) funds. This mainframe database
contains information about approximately 2400projects. The projects can be georeferenced by
cataloging unit, latitude and longitude, reach number, and by state. The primary purpose of
thedatabase is for funding and budgeting. Standard report are available, al well as customized user
defined reports. .
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Grants and Contracts, Land Use Management,
Management,
NPS Related, Nutrients, Reporting
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, I M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: DonKonkoski
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7103 FAX: (202) 260-7030
DB-4
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Database
Information Updated On: 08/15/95
METHODS FOR COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS OF AQUATIC BIOLOGICAL AND
MICROBIOLOGICAL SAMPLES.
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
In: techniques of water resources investigations of the USGS L.J. Britton and P.E. Greeson, Eds.,
USGS. A series of chapters on techniques describesmethods used by the USGS for planning and
conducting water-resources investigations. Chap.A4-Biological and Microbiological Samples.
Parti -Descriptions of >45 Methods. Part 2-Glossary. Part3-Taxdnomic Refs
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Monitoring, Procedure, Process,
Surface Water, Test/ Analysis, Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through:
Name:
USGS, Dept of Interior
Address: US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
DENVER, CO
(303)236-7476
DB-5
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Database
. Information Updated On: 08/15/95
NATIONAL DIRECTORY OF VOLUNTEER ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMS;
4THED.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 841 -B-94-001
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DESCRIPTION: "~ ~~^ : ~ ' : \ " "~
This edition contains the results of nationwide survey questionnaire mailed to subscribers of EPA's
"the volunteer monitor". Data reported include derails oh the uses of the collected data,
organizations that use the data, number and type of stations, and other parameters. Also names
addresses and phone numbers of the volunteer program coordinators. Programs listed by state.
I
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Combined Sewer,
Community, Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Effluent, Emissions,
Erosion Control, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Habitat,
Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Inspection, Lakes, Metals, Mitigation,
Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Priority Pollutant,
Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC, Reporting, Riparian, Risk, Rivers, Sediment,
Sludge, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, Toxicity, Training, Treatment,
Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 841-B-94-001
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OW/OWOW
Address: MAIL CODE 4504-F
401MSTSW
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202)260-7018
DB-6
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Database
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
WIN.
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
Arkansas is in the process of developing a GIS database to assess sustainable uses and long term
management aspect of specific watersheds.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Discharge, Disposal,
Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Facilities, Industrial, Forestry,
Geographical Information System, Ground Water, Hydrology, Land Use Management, Management,
. Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Permits, Public Outreach, Riparian,
Rivers, Sediment, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water, TMDL Related,
Waste Management
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less
Available Through:
Name: John Giese
Arkansas Dept. of Pollution Control and Ecology :
Environmental Preservation
Address: P.O. Box 8913 ' r
Little Rock, Ak 72219-8913
(501) 565-7424 FAX: (501) 565-3818
DB-7
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Economic Analysis Tools-
includes tools to compare, predict and/or analyze the costs/benefits environmental
decisions.
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Economic Analysis
Information Updated On: 10/12/95
A GUIDE FOR COST-EFFECTIVENESS AND COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF STATE AND
LOCAL GROUND WATER PROTECTION PROGRAMS.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 813-R-93-001
DESCRIPTION:
The guide shows how to use cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit analysis to evaluate ground water
program at the State and local levels. Case studies are provided for examples at state and local
levels. These tools are presented in a step-by-step approach so that potential unfamiliar with
economics can still use them.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Policy Analysis, Procedure
Additional Information: COST: 0; Book/Reference, EPA 813-R-93-OOI; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Ron Bergman
US Environmental Protection Agency/Office of Water
Ground Water Protection Division
Address: 401 M Street SW
MC 4602
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-6187 FAX: (202) 260-0732
EA-1
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Environmental Goal Setting Tools-
Jncludes tools that establish environmental goals in the form of criteria, standards,
and indicators.
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AQUATIC LIFE RISK ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
Book/Reference
Course
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This methodology is intended to provide an overall measure of the integrity of an aquatic assemblage
exposed to varying toxicant concentrations, without focusing solely on worst case scenarios. An
approach is under development for assessing the impact that time varying toxicant concentrations would
have on an assemblage of species having (a) differing sensitivities to the toxicant, and (b) differing life
strategies, yielding different rates of recovery. This approach is part of the revisions to the methodology for
deriving water quality criteria for protection of aquatic life. It consists of general guidance on collection and
evaluation of appropriate toxicity data for a range of taxa (similar to the program's previous guidance for
deriving criteria), coupled with a computer model for assessing the effects of time variable concentrations
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Lakes, Metals,
NPDES,
Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Prevention, Priority Pollutant,
' Procedure, Riparian, Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis,
TMDL Related, Toxicity, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course, NTIS
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Charles Deles
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7039 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-1
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 10/26/95
BIOLOGICAL CRITERIA: NATIONAL PROGRAM GUIDANCE FOR SURFACEWATERS
DESCRIPTION:
This guidance was issued by EPA in 1990 to provide information on the need for and methods for
establishing narrative biological criteria in State/Tribal water quality standards.
Tool Users: States
Keywords: Biological Criteria
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Fred Leutner
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
EGS-2
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 07/10/95
ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT FOR APPLICATION OF SEWAGE SLUDGE
TO FORESTS AND RANGE LAND
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this tool is to develop an ecological risk assessment methodology for application of
sewage sludge of forests and range land and to use that methodology to develop limits for pollutants
in sewage sludge applied to those types of land.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, Forestry, Sludge, Toxicity, Treatment/Disposal
Additional Information:
Available Through:
Name: Robert M. Southworth
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Standards and Technology
Health and Ecological and Criteria Division
(202)260-7157
EGS-3
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EMAP'S ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Procedure
DESCRIPTION:
Because the EMAP can not measure every possible environmental parameter in a cost .effective or
timely manner, it utilizes certain measurements, o|r indicators, of ecological condition; From its'
inception, the foundation of EMAP was the selection, evaluation, and implementation for ecological
indicators. EMAP conducts indicator activities in seven ecological resource groups including;
forests, surface waters, agricultural lands, rangelands, estuaries, Great Lakes, and landscapes
using a wide variety of "tools". These tools include conceptual and process models, indexes such as
Karr's Index of Biological Integrity which encompass a number of biological indicator measurements,
satellite imagery and remote sensing techniques, design and sampling protocols, or physical and
chemical measurements as indicators of habitat condition.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Environmental Effects, Forestry, Management, Metals,
Monitoring, Policy Analysis, Procedure, Process, Surface Water, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Procedure; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: H.Kay Austin,Ph.D.
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Monitoring and Assessment Program
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8205)
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-5789.
EGS-4
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ENVIRONMENTAL INDICATORS
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
DESCRIPTION:
As part of OW and OPPE's efforts to establish agency-wide goals, environmental indicators are being
defined and developed for achieving the goal to"conserve and enhance ecosystems." Indicators are
being defined and developed for attaining biologically healthy water resources include: water meeting
aquatic life designated use; species at risk; biological integrity of the water and, on a longer
time frame for development, habitat quality.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effects, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Monitoring, Risk, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information:
Available Through: Not Available at this time.
Name: Mary Belefski
Internet Addr.: belefski.mary@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
Address: US-EPA
401M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7061
EGS-5
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
GUIDELINES FOR DERIVING SITE SPECIFIC SEDIMENT QUALITY CRITERIA
Mathematical Model
Book/Reference
Course
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This tool was designed to provide a consistent means for modifying a national criteria to meet the needs or
goals of a specific site when a criteria is adopted into a State standard. The method is applicable to the
modification of national sediment quality criteria to meet site specific needs when those criteria are adopted
into State Water Quality standards. Reasons for applying the method range from needing to protect an
Endangered Species or an economically important species to unique site sediment characteristics.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromentali Effects, Sediment, Sludge, Toxicity,
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Bcjok/Reference, Course; NTIS
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Mary Reiley
EP A-Office of Water/Office of S cience and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401M Street, SW
Washington,, DC 20460
(202) 260-9456 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-6
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OVERENRICHMENT GUIDANCE
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
Mathematical Model
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides guidance on appropriate Ievel§ of nutrients and related parameters, such as
chlorophyll A, to assist assessment and goal setting for watersheds stressed due to overenrichment.
This guidance will be used by State or Tribal agencies, or others concerned with watershed management
who suspect that overenrichment may be a major problem. The guidance will assist in confirming or
denying this assumption, and in setting appropriate targets for the water, which can then be achieved
by implementing source controls. At present, detailed guidance for this implementation step is a
future project. The guidance may provide a matrix of acceptable parameter levels for different
settings, or may simply provide a methodology for determining such levels on a site-specific basis.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Deposition, Discharge, Disposal,
Dissolved Oxygen, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Lakes,
Land Use Management, Management, Metals, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Rivers,
Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, Treatment, Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: Bob Cantilli
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304 .
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5546 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-7
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Environmental Goal Setting
1 Information Updated On: 09/20/95
SEDIMENT QUALITY CRITERIA FOR THE PROTECTION OF BENTfflC ORGANISMS:
ACENAPHTHENE, FLURANTHENE, PHENANTHRENE, DEILDRIN, ENDRIN (FIVE
DOCUMENTS, ONE FOR EACH CHEMICAL) |
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Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #:EPA-822-R-93-OI2(-6)
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This tool consists of five documents, .one for each chemical (acenaphthene, flouranthene,
phenanthrene, dieldrin, endrin). These documents are designed to establish the.levels below which
EPA expects no toxicity to berithic organisms will be demonstrated. The criteria values are expected
to be adopted by States into State Water Quality Standards and eventually become part of the NPDES
permitting program.
i.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, NPDES, Pesticides, Permits, Sediment,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA-822-R-93-012(-6)NTIS
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: MaryReiley
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 43 04
401M Street, SW
Washington, DC, 20460
(202) 260-9456 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-8
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 08/23/95
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE DOCUMENT TO DELINEATE AREAS OF
GROUNDWATER/SURFACE WATER INTERACTION
DESCRIPTION:
A first draft of the Technical Assistance Document (TAD) to delineate areas of ground water/surface
water interaction will be completed by the OWs Ground Water Protection Division (GWPD) by December
1994.
Tool Users: States, Communities, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Groundwater,
Additional Information:
Available Through:
Name: John Simons
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division
(202)260-7091 . .
EGS-9
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
TECHNICAL GUIDANCE DOCUMENT: HOW TO DEVELOP AND USE METAL
TRANSLATORS
DESCRIPTION:
This document investigates Ihe use of total suspended solids (TSS) to characterize metal sorption
sites, and gives guidance on field study techniques to gather data necessary to develop the
translators. The document illustrates the steps involved in translating from dissolved metals
concentrations in the receiving water to total recoverable metals in the effluent stream. This tool
will be completed in FY 1996.
Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, TMDL Related, Metals
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI .
Name: Russell Kinerson
EP A-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
EGS-10
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
TECHNICAL GUIDANCE FOR ESTIMATING TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOADS(TMDLS):
INTEGRATING STEADY-STATE AND EPISODIC POINT AND NONPOINT SOURCES
DESCRIPTION:
This guidance provides technical detail on modeling approaches for TMDL estimation, with emphasis
on situations that involve wetrweather point and nonpoint source loading in combination with steady
point sources. The user is led step-by-step through technical aspects of TMDL estimation, from
initial problem scoping through model development and on to TMDL development, implementation, and
follow-up assessment. This tool will be completed in FY 1996.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies,
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, TMDL related
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM '
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
EGS-11
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
TECHNICAL GUIDANCE MANUAL FOR DEVELOPING TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY
LOADS.BOOK H: STREAMS AND RIVERS, PART I: BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN
DEMAND/DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND NlTfRIENTS/EUTROPHICATION
DESCRIPTION:
This manual presents the most recent information and techniques for use in preparing total maximum
daily loads (TMDLs) when excessive biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), low dissolved oxygen (DO), and
excessive nutrients and eutrophication impair the water quality of streams and rivers. This version
includes: an update of water quality reaction rate coefficients, an update of model identification
and selection, and an inclusion of a TMDL example using QUAL2E and WASP. This manual will be
completed by the end of FY 1995.
Tool Users: States, Localities, Federal Agencies
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, TMDL related
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
EGS-12
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
TECHNICAL GUIDANCE MANUAL FOR PERFORMING WASTE LOAD ALLOCATIONS
-SIMPLIFIED ANALYTICAL METHOD FOR DETERMINING NPDES EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS
FOR POTWS DISCHARGING INTO LOW-FLOW STREAMS.
DESCRIPTION: '
This document is primarily intended for "desk top" WLA investigations or screening studies that use
available data for stream flow, effluent flow, and water quality. It is intended for circumstances
where resources for analysis and data acquisition are relatively limited.
Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, TMDL-Related
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
EGS-13
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Environmental Goal Setting
1 Information Updated On: 09/06/95
TECHNICAL GUIDANCE MANUALS FOR PERFORMING WASTE LOAD ALLOCATIONS
DESCRIPTION:
This tool consist of a series of guidance manuals on performing waste load allocations for streams
and rivers, lakes, reservoirs and impoundments, and estuaries. Also included are methods for
analyzing biochemical oxygen demand, low dissolved oxygen, nutrient, and eutrophication.
Tool Users: States, Localities, Federal Agencies
Keywords: Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, TMDL Related
Additional Information: See below . '
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
EGS-14
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
USER'S GUIDE TO THE SEDIMENT QUALITY CRITERIA
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
This tool provides users of the sediment quality criteria information on how the criteria should be
applied across the Agency in a variety of programs. Specifically, this guide provides users an
insight into how EPA program offices (water, Superfund, RCRA, Pesticides, Toxic Substances,etc.)
intend on the criteria to be used in their program as well as the policy and risk management
implications.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Lakes,
Metals, Oceans, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Surface Water, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name: MaryReiley
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-9456 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-15
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i Environmental Goal Setting
j Information Updated On: 09/20/95
WATER EFFECT RATIO (BIOAVAILABILITY) GUIDANCE
Mathematical Model
Book/Reference; Course
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of the tool is to assess the effect that local water quality would have on the aquatic
toxicity of each unit of a particular toxicant. TJie toxicity of materials (such as metal salts) that
form many chemical specie:; in water, all in equilibrium with each other, depends on the particular
characteristics of the water used in the toxicity jtest. Standard aquatic toxicity testing, upon
Which, the national aquatic life criteria are based, usually try to maximize unit toxicity, by
minimizing the presence of sorbing or binding materials. Local waters to which the criteria
are applied may have chemical characteristics substantially different than the waters used for the
toxicity tests underlying the national criteria. Tjhe purpose of the water-effect is to account for
this difference. The approach consists of side-tjy-side toxicity tests with an indicator species
in sample of site water and in typical laboratory! water. The water-effect ratio is the ratio of
LCSOs in site water and in lab water. This ratid is used to adjust the national criterion to fit the
site. The guidance recommends appropriate w4ys to carry out such a study.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Discharge, Effluent, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes, Metals, NPDES, Oceans, Permits,
Point Source(s), Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Site-specific criteria
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Bjook/Reference, Course; NTIS
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Charles Deles
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7039 FAX: (202) 260-1036
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WATER QUALITY STANDARDS FOR WETLANDS
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/15/95
DESCRIPTION: .
The Clean Water Act requires states to establish water quality standards, which have three
components: designated uses; criteria to protect those uses; and an antidegradation policy. The
statute requires state standards to meet or exceed EPA minimum standards; EPA Regional Offices
review the standards promulgated by states to ensure that they do so. In general, water quality
criteria can be narrative statements or numeric values. To date, States have focused on developing
narrative criteria to protect the unique physical and biological characteristics of wetlands. An
example of a narrative hydrologic criterion for wetlands would be: "maintain natural hydrologic
conditions, including hydro period, hydrodynamics, and natural water temperature variations necessary
to support vegetation which would be present naturally". Narrative criteria in conjunction with
antidegradation policies can provide the basis for addressing hydrologic and physical impacts to
wetlands (not easily discerned through numeric criteria) caused by nonpoint source pollution, storm
water discharges, groundwater pumping, filling and other sources of wetlands degradation. When
combined with a strong implementation policy, wetlands water quality standards can work in tandem
with other wetland protection toots, such as best management practices, monitoring programs, and
mitigation plans, as well as serve as the primary basis for Section 401 certification decisions.
Tool Users: States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Discharge, Drinking Water, Habitat, Health Effects,
Lakes, Management, Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Permits,
Point Source(s), Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Sediment, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water,
TMDL Related, Wetland '
Additional Information: Training Required
Available Through:
Name: Doreen Robb
Internet Addr.: robb.doreen@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds-
Wetlands Division/Wetlands Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: USEPA
401M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1906 FAX: (202) 260-8000
EGS-17
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
WATERSHED ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE
Book/Reference
Course
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This tool is to provide guidance for using ecological risk assessment methodology for watershed
ecosystem management, helping watershed partners identify, evaluate and prioritize complex problems
using the scientific method. The guidance will provide users with a detailed process for defining
management goals and selecting ecological values to assess goal achievement. User's will learn how
to generate conceptual models, hypotheses and analysis plans for evaluating available data and
generating new data to answer key questions. Follow-on sections on data analysis and interpretation
will be included. To supplement the guidance, full case study examples of watershed level ecological
risk assessments will be included.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes . . .
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Metals.
Monitoring, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: Boole/Reference, Course NTIS
Available Through. Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Suzanne Marcy
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-0689 FAX: (202) 260-1036
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WETLANDS BIOCRITERIA DEVELOPMENT
Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/15/95
Course
Process for Criteria Development
DESCRIPTION:
Biocriteria are essential components in the development of water quality standards which protect the .
health of the Nation's waters. Biocriteria are narrative numeric expressions of the health of
aquatic communities. Together with the Office of Science and Technology and the Office of Research
and Development (ORD), the Office of Wetlands, Oceans arid Watersheds is exploring the development of
wetlands biocriteria guidance. In fiscal year 1994, workshops sponsored by ORD were held in
Minnesota and Massachusetts to discuss advances in wetland assessment and monitoring protocols.
Related research continues in the Prairie Pothole region in North Dakota and is beginning in the
Southeast in bottomland hardwoods. States were surveyed to determine the status of wetlands
monitoring and biocriteria development efforts. In addition, a contract was initiated to scope out
technical issues related to wetlands biocriteria development as well as plan for a technical
workshop in January of 1996 bringing together States, Regions, scientists and academia.
Tool Users: States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries,
Habitat, Hydrology, Lakes, Mitigation, Monitoring, NFS Related, KPDES, Nutrients,
Point Source(s), Prevention, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Sediment, Stormwater. Streams,
Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Course process for Criteria Development; Training Required
Available Through:
Name: "Doreen Robb
Internet Addr: robb.doreen@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: USEPA
40IMStreetSW(4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1906 FAX: (202) 260-8000
EGS-19
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/20/95
WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY (WET) TEStS: METHODS TO MEASURE THE
TOXICITY OF EFFLUENT AND RECEIVING WATERS TO FRESHWATER AND MARINE
ORGANISMS
.Book/Reference
Course
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
WET tests can be used as a screening device to identify toxicity in effluent or receiving waters.
They can also be used to set a permit condition for the allowable toxicity in a discharge. This tool
provides EPA-approved methods that enable effluent from dischargers and receiving waters to
be analyzed for toxicity (both acute and chronic) in both freshwater and marine environments
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Enviromental Effects, Health Effect, NPDES, Permits, Test/Analysis,
Toxicity, Treatment/Disposal
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course; NTIS; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
Name: Margarete Heber
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Health and Ecological Criteria Division/Water Criteria Branch
Address: Mail Code 4304
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7144 FAX: (202) 260-1036
EGS-20
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Environmental Goal Setting
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
WORKSHOP HANDBOOK ON MULTI-MEDIA GEOGRAPHIC INITIATIVES
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION: .
The workshop materials, a program handbook and a case study for teaching EPA and state staff on
approaches for doing geographic initiatives especially in urban/Great Lake Watershed
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Management, Process, Geographic initiatives
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through:
Name: Robert Tolpa
EPA REGION V
Water
Address: 77 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 886-6706 FAX: (312) 886-7806
EGS-21
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Financial Assistance Tools-
includes grants, loan programs, and cooperative agreements.
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CLEAN WATER ACT TMDL MINI-GRANTS
Grant
Financial Assistance
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
DESCRIPTION:
Total Maximum Daily Loads, or TMDLs, are a Clean Water Act tool for estimating the loading
reductions necessary to meet water quality standards on an impaired waterbody and identifying the
control measures that will bring about this improvement. A whole-watershed approach, in which all
loading sources are considered in the model and the recommended controls, is recommended. The
mini-grants are very .specifically targeted funds intended to increase the number of TMDLs developed
and implemented; they mayor may not be the only funding source in a TMDL development project. The
mini-grants provide narrowly-defined grants of $5,000 to $15,000 to regions/states/tribes for undertaking
TMDL development on high priority watersheds using a holistic watershed approach. Mini-grants also are
often oriented toward innovative or progressive uses of the TMDL concept that may become routine in
future TMDLs.
Tool Users: States
Keywords; Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Facilities, Industrial,
Facilities, Waste Generation, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use Management, Metals,
Point Source(s), Surface Water, TMDL Related
Additional Information: Grant
Available Through; Call the contact
Order by FAX
Grants requests go through Regions
Name:
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
FA-1
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Financial Assistance
Information Updated On: .09/29/95
CWA SECTION 104(B)(3) GRANT FUNDING GUIDANCE
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The FY95 104(b)(3)Grant Funding Guidance t6 the Regions emphasizes that grant funds should be
awarded for innovative demonstration projects Ijhat promote the development or implementation of
State-wide watershed protection approach in the NPDES program. Projects appropriate for FY95
watershed funding should involve any of the six'components of the NPDES Watershed Strategy: 1)
State-wide Coordination; 2) NPDES Permits; 3) Monitoring and Assessment; 4) Program Measures arid
Environmental Indicators; 5) Public Participation; and 6) Enforcement.
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Compliance, Environmental Effects, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities,
Waste Generation, Grants and Contracts, Monitoring, Point Source(s), Public Outreach, .
Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Nancy Cunningham
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wastewater Management
Permits Division
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-9535
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Financial Assistance
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
GRANTS FOR WATERSHED RESTORATION PROJECTS
State grant
DESCRIPTION:
To give greater emphasis to funding specific watershed resource restoration activities at the local
level, the Office of Water (OW) developed the watershed Resource Restoration Grant Program. For the
FY 1994 grant cycle, OW developed the guidance document entitled, Final Guidance on the Award
of Nonpoint Source Grants Under Section 319(h) of the Clean Water Act of FY 1994 and Future Years.
The OW created ten percent watershed resource restoration element within each State's planning target
to encourage watershed restoration activities such as the restoration of wetlands, shorelines, lakes,
rivers, streams, coastal zones and estuaries, riparian areas, seagrass beds, coral reefs, and other
aquatic habitats.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Construction Grant, Estuaries, Habitat, Lakes, Mitigation, Oceans,
Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: State grant
Available Through: Contact State Environmental Agency
Name: Dov Weitman
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Nonpoint Source Branch
Address: US-EPA
401M Street SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-7100
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LOCAL FINANCING FOR WELLHEAD PROTECTION
Financial Assistance
Information Updated On: 08'/24/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. ft 440/6-89-001
DESCRIPTION:
Local Financing for Wellhead Protection supplies information for State, Tribal, and local water
managers on how to develop a financing system
information is provided to help managers general
protection activities during the development of lc
hat can support wellhead protection initiatives. This
e revenues by matching funding options to
cal Wellhead Protection Programs.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Trit
Keywords: Community, Drinking Water, Grounq Water, Management, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 440/6-89-001
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Drinking Water and Ground water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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SECTION 319 GRANTS
Financial Assistance "
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:
Nonpoint source pollution has become a centerpiece of pollution control efforts. Because nonpoint
source pollution-contaminated runoff associated with agricultural, urban and other diffuse sources-
escaped the stringent regulations imposed on point sources over the last two decades, it is low
a principle cause of water quality impairment. Congress added section 319 the nonpoint source
management section to the Clean Water Act in the 1987 Amendments because it recognized a need
for greater federal leadership to help focus state and local nonpoint source control efforts.
Section 319 strives to integrate nonpoint source pollution control into national water quality
protection strategies and is the cornerstone of the federal nonpoint source control strategy. Under
the Clean Water Act, non-point source control is largely voluntary, not regulatory as is point
source control. As a result, local nonpoint source regulation varies among state, territories and
tribes. Section 319 grants are allocated by EPA regions to states, territories and tribes to support
the control or nonpoint source pollution.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Grants and Contracts, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes,
Land Use Management, Management, NPS Related, Prevention, Restoration, Rivers, Streams,
Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Grant Program; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Nonpoint Source Control Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460.
(202) 260-7085 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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, Financial Assistance
Information Updated On: 09/18/95
WATERSHED PROTECTION: CATALOG 5p FEDERAL PROGRAMS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841-B-93-002
DESCRIPTION:
A directory of federal programs that contribute to and participate in watershed management.
Watershed management is generally led on a Ipcal or state level, although there are cases of federal
agency lead. Federal agencies involved in watershed protection are identified, their roles are
explained, and their programs are summarize^. This document can be extremely valuable to state and
local watershed persons seeking additional support. A matrix is included that compares the
programmatic -dollars available and their uses.
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Effluent, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries, Hydrology, Lakes, Land Use Management, Monitoring, NPS Related, Oceans,
Point Source(s), Restoration, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 841-B-93-002
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
FA-6
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Modeling Tools-
1 ncludes mathematical, conceptual or computer models which analyze data or
integrate databases and geographic mapping capabilities in order to predict or
measure the impacts on selected environmental variables, and/or determine the
risk, fate, and the transport of specific chemicals within the environment.
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Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
1993 EXPOSURE MODELS LIBRARY/IMES CD-ROM
Computer Program; Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: "
The Exposure Models Library/IMES is an easy-to-use, menu-driven CD-ROM storage system containing
more than 90 fate and transport computer models which can be used for exposure assessments in
various media (air, groundwater, surface water, soil). The CD-ROM also contains the Integrated
Model. Evaluation System (IMES) which is an MS-DOS application designed to assist users in the
selection and evaluation of exposure models and to provide model validation and model uncertainty
information. IMES provides access to the exposure model directories .and can be operated on a
network or directly on the CD-ROM diskette.
IMES is comprised of three elements: I) Selection - a query system for selecting exposure models in various
environmental media; 2) Validation - a database containing validation literature citations from actual applications
and exposure models; 3) Uncertainty - a database demonstrating application of a model uncertainty protocol for
simulations involving 6 surface water models. The model, files contain source code, sample input files and other
data files, sample output files, and in some cases, model documentation in WordPerfect or ASCII format are
contained within subdirectories for each environmental medium. The models were developed primarily by various
EPA offices and other federal agencies and are in the public domain. With a few exceptions, the models contained
on this disk are not designed to run on the CD-ROM.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Climate,
Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Compliance, Deposition, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen,
Drinking Water, Effluent, Emissions, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries,
Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Flow Regulation, Forestry,
Geographical Information System, Ground Water, Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes,
Land Use Management, Metals, NPS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Point Source(s),
Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Treatment, Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements:,, DOS: Mathematical Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Richard Walentowicz
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Health and Environmental Assessment
Exposure Assessment Group
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8603)
Washington, DC 20460-
(202)260-8922
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COMPARATIVE TOXICOLOGY MODELS
Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Procedure
DESCRIPTION.
Comparative Toxicology Models: Two models are available which allow: 1) predicting chronic toxicity
from acute lethality data (ACE), and 2) inter-taxa correlations for toxicity to aquatic organisms.
The ACE model allows one to predict chronic toxiicity from any specified time to infinity using only
acute toxicity data or extending brief chronic test results (e.g., 7-day fathead minnow effluent
tests, 28-day embryo/larval tests) to longer term exposures. The model has just undergone
completion and validation, but is in use. Inter-taxa correlations for toxicity to aquatic organisms
allows one to predict acute toxicity for an untested species from acute toxicity data for a
surrogate species. This tool is presently being expanded to include several endangered fish
species, so is still developmental.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Environmental Effects, Metals, Procedure, Process,
Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Procedure; Training Required
Available Through:
Name: Dr.Foster Mayer
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research
ERL - Gulf Breeze, Fl.
Address: Sabine Island Drive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(904) 934-9380
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Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
CORNELL MIXING ZONE EXPERT SYSTEM (CORMIX)
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
The Cornell Mixing Zone Expert System (CORMIX) may be used for the analysis, prediction, and design
of aqueous toxic or conventional pollutant discharges into diverse waterbodies. Its major emphasis
is on the prediction of plume geometry and dilution characteristics within a receiving water's
initial mixing zone so that compliance with regulatory constraints may be judged. The system also
predicts discharge plume behavior at larger distances. Because of CORMIX's public domain status,
extensive feedback has been received from users on needed corrections and enhancements, and the
model is continuously updated through interaction with Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
(CEAM).
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Compliance, Environmental Effects, Metals, Permits,
Point Source(s), Surface Water, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact .
BBS Phone Number
Name: Dermont Bouchard
EPA-Office of Research and Development/OEPER/Athens-ERL, Manager
Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling (CEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706)546-3130
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Modeling
Information Updated On: 08/23/95
DELINEATION OF WELLHEAD PROTECTION! AREAS IN FRACTURED ROCKS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-009
DESCRIPTION: '
This technical guidance provides assistance for delineating wellhead protection areas (WHPAs) for
wells or well fields located in unconfined, fractured-rock settings. It evaluates methods for WHPA
delineation using two case studies from fractured-rock settings in Wisconsin. These aquifers were
determined to behave as uniform, porous media at the scale of field tests. Comparative analyses
were performed and evaluated for various WHPA delineation methods at both settings. These methods
include the following:* Vulnerability mapping;* Flow-system mapping;* Flow-system mapping with
time of travel calculations;* Flow-system mapping jwith uniform flow equation;* Residence-time
approach; and* Numerical flow/transport models. This guidance also discusses which methods are
suitable for settings that do not act as porous media.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Management, Prevention, Public Outreach
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-009
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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DYNAMIC TOXICS WASTE LOAD ALLOCATION MODEL (DYNTOX), USER'S
MANUAL, SEPTEMBER 13, 1985
DESCRIPTION:
This tool assesses the impact of toxic discharges on receiving water quality over the entire range
of historical and future conditions. DYNTOX is both a steady state and dynamic wasteload allocation
(WLA) model. Historical and future conditions are analyzed to define the frequency and duration of
exposure above specified limits. Simplified pre- and post-processing capabilities are being
developed for DYNTOX. Additional new features of the model include partial mix factors and variable
water quality criteria for metals and ammonia.
Tool Users: States, EPA, Dischargers
Keywords: Modeling
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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EXAMS V. 2.95
Modeling
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Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
EXAMS v. 2.95 combines properties of synthetic organic chemicals and aquatic ecosystems to
characterize the ecotoxicology, persistence, and mobility of pesticides and industrial materials in
surface water. This model has been used for ovef 12 years and the feedback has been positive.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Compliance, Environmental Effects, Metals,
NPS Related, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Rivers, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 386, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical Model;
Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
Name: Lawrence A. Burns
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling, Athens, Ga.
(CEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(705)546-3511
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FEMWATER/LEWASTE
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: ~
The FEMWATER model is designed to provide a numerical procedure for establishing wellhead protection
zones (in agricultural areas) using the assimilative capacity criterion. FEMWATER is a
three-dimensional variably saturated zone model that models contaminant movement in heterogeneous
and anisotropic media consisting of many geologic formations as desired, considers both distributed
and point sources/sinks that are spatially and temporally dependent, and accept four types of
boundary conditions. The model is intended to be used to delineate wellhead protection zones based
on concentrations at various wellhead points. The first release of the code is available from the
Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling, Athens Ecosystem Research Division.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Discharge, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Hydrology,
Metals, Monitoring, Pesticides, Prevention, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 486, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical Model;
Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
Name: Robert F. Carsel
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Athens Ecosystem Research Division, Athens, GA.
Athens Ecosystem Research Division
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706)546-3210
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FINAL TECHNICAL GUIDANCE ON SUPPLEMENTARY STREAM DESIGN
CONDITIONS FOR STEADY STATE MODELING, DECEMBER 1988.
DESCRIPTION:
Water quality standards for many pollutants are written as a function of ambient environmental
conditions, such as temperature, pH or hardness. This document provides guidance on selecting
values for these parameters when performing steady-state WLAs.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Localities
Keywords: Modeling
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1330
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FOOD AND GILL EXCHANGE OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES (FGETS)
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: '
FGETS is a FORTRAN simulation program that predicts temporal dynamics of a fish's whole body
concentration OJg chemical / (grams live weight fish)) of non-ionic, non-metabolized, organic
chemicals that are bioaccumulated from water and food. The model is based on a set of diffusion and
forced convection partial differential equations, coupled to a process-based fish growth
formulation. Chemical exchange rates are estimated using fundamental principles of passive
diffusion and thermodynamics rather than phenomenological toxicokinetic data.
FETS can be used to analyze the bioaccumulation of organic chemicals under laboratory or field
conditions, and its predictions have been shown to agree well with both types of data. For laboratory
applications, FGETS can be used to model either constant flow or static exposures. For field assessments,
FGETS can be used to simulate the chemical bioaccumulation in multiple fish species that are exposed to
either constant or time-varying water concentrations and that feed on either single or multiple food
resources. For such assessments, FGETS can be configured to predict the dietary accumulation of
chemicals in fish that feed on 1) multiple fish species 2) plankton/drift organisms and 3) benthos.
The relative contribution of these food items can be specified as a function of either the fish's
age or size (i.e.. body weight or length).
The model considers both biological attributes of the fish and physico-chemical properties of the chemical
that determine diffusive exchange across gill membranes and intestinal mucosa. Important biological
characteristics used by the model include the fish's gill morphometry, body weight, and fractional aqueous, lipid,
and structural organic composition. Relevant physico-chemical properties are the chemical's aqueous diffusivity,
molar
volume, and n-octanol/water partition coefficient (Kow)). The model is parameterized for a particular fish species
by means of a morphological, physiological, and trophic database that delineates the fish's gill morphometry,
feeding and metabolic demands, and body composition. FGETS also calculates the time to reach a lethal activity
in the fish assuming that the chemical has a narcotic mode of action.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects, Metals, Monitoring,
NPS Related, Point Source(s), Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: M. Craig Barber, Ph.D.
EPA-Office of Research and Development/National Exposure Research Laboratory - Athens, Ga. (NERL)
Address: 960 College Station Road
Athens. GA 30605 (706)546-3147 '
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GUIDELINES FOR DELINEATION OF WELLHEAD PROTECTION AREAS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440/6-87-010
DESCRIPTION:
This document assists States and Tribes in implementing provisions of the Safe Drinking Water Act
that provide for the establishment of wellhead proi ection areas (WHPAs). It provides a basis
understanding of ground water and contaminant movement and the technical approaches that can be
used for delineating WHPAs in different hydrogeologic settings. The document describes six primary
methods used to define actual WHPA boundaries. These six methods are as follows: 1) Arbitrary fixed
radii, 2) Calculated fixed radii, 3) Simplified variable shapes, 4) Analytical methods, 5)
Hydrogeologic mapping, and 6) Numerical flow/transport models.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Groundwater, Assessment
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 440/6-87-010
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr: hotline-swda@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of WateiyOffice of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington,, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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HIGH PERFORMANCE GROUND WATER HYDROLOGY MODELING
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
A unified ground water modeling technology is being .developed to represent the subsurface
hydrologica! system at all relevant scales, from the capture zones of pumping wells, to the shallow
ground-watershed, to the full regional aquifer. The purpose of the tool is the represent the ground
water potential field controlling flow rates and directions everywhere in the modeled aquifer, and
to account for the fluxes at the ground-water/surface water interfaces.
The modeling system is not a full GIS, but it does provide a computer-aided-design environment for
extracting geographical information from paper or electronic maps and databases, and supports interactive
on-screen construction of ground-water simulation models. The modeling system is not an expert system,
but in the hands of the geohydrologist, it eliminates many of the technical barriers for productive
scientific modeling and visualization. The system runs on Personal Computers and Unix Workstations,
and is being developed for Supercomputers. The current high performance ground water modeling
system consists of: GAEP (Geographical Analytic Element Preprocessor), USEPA public domain; CZAEM
(Capture Zone Analytic Element Model), USEPA public domain ; WhAEM (Wellhead Analytic Element
ModeNGAEP&CZAEM), USEPA public domain; GFLOW1 (Ground Water/Surface Water Model),
USEPA/RSKERL site license; SLAEM (Single Layer Analytic Element Model), Strack Consulting,
USEPA/RSKERL site license; MVAEM (Multi-Layer Variable Density Analytic Element Model), Strack
Consulting, USEPA/RSKERL site license. Prototype demonstrations include wellhead protection design for
city of Hays, Kansas, and nonpoint source pollution assessment in Patuxent River basin, Maryland.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Communities
Keywords: Assessment, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Hydrology, Model,
Process, Risk, Test/Analysis, Waste Management
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 386,1 M, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0 ; Mathematical Model; Training
Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Stephen Kraemer, Ph.D. email: kraemer@ad3100.ada.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Robert S. Kerr Env. Research Lab.-A
Address: P.O. Box 1198
Ada, OK 74820
(405)436-8549
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HYDROLOGICAL SIMULATION PROGRAM - FORTRAN (HSPF)
Computer Program, Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA/6CXYR93/1741 EPA/600/3-84/065
DESCRIPTION: :
Hydrological Simulation Program - FORTRAN (HSPF) is a comprehensive package for simulation of watershed hydrology
and water quality for both conventional and toxic organic pollutants, HSPF incorporates (he watershed-scale ARM and NFS models
into a basin-scale analysis framework that includes fate and transport in one-dimensional stream channels. It is the only
comprehensive model of watershed hydrology and water quality that allows (he integrated simulation of land and soil
contaminant runoff processes with in-stream hydraulic and sediment-chemical interactions.
The result of this simulation is a time history of the {runoff How rate, sediment load, and nutrient and organic chemical
concentrations, along with a time history of water quantity and quality at any point in a watershed. HSPF simulates three sediment
types (sand, silt, and clay) in addition to three organic chemicals (or one chemical and 2 transformation products of that chemical).
The transport and reaction processes included are hydrolysis, oxidation, photolysis, biodegradation, volatilization, and sorptipn.
Sorption is modeled as a first-order kinetic process in.whichj the user must specify a desorption rate and an equilibrium partition
coefficient for each of the three solids types.
Resuspension and settling of silts and clays (cohesive solids) are defined in terms of shear stress at the sediment-water
interface. The capacity of the system to transport sand at a particular flow is calculated and net resuspension or settling is defined by
the difference between the sand in suspension and the transport capacity. Calibration of the model requires data for each of the three
solids types. Benthic exchange is modeled as sorption to, desorption from, and deposition/scour of surficial benthic sediments.
Underlying sediment and pore water are not modeled.
Data needs for HSPF can be extensive. HSPF is a continuous simulation program and requires continuous data to drive the
model. At a minimum, continuous rainfall records are required to drive the runoff model und additional records of
evapotranspiration, temperature, and solar intensity are desirable. A large number of model parameters can be specified, although
default values are provided where reasonable values are not available. Special attention has been paid to cases where input
parameters are omitted, and option flags allow bypassing of whole sections of HSPF where datu are not available. - ^^^
HSPF produces a time history of the runoff flow rate, sediment load, and nutrient and organic chemical concentj^^B along
with a time history of water quantity and quality at any point in a watershed. Simulation results can be processed through^J^uency
and duration analysis routine that produces output compatible with conventional toxicological measures (e.g., 96-hour LC50). HSPF
assumes that the "Stanford Watershed Model" hydrological model is appropriate for the area being modeled. Further, the insiream
model assumes the receiving water body is well-mixed in both width and depth and is thus limited to well-mixed rivers and
reservoirs. Application of this methodology generally requires a team effort because of its comprehensive nature.
PURPOSE: This software product (model) can be used for the simulation of watershed hydrology and water quality for both
conventional and toxic organic pollutants. It allows die integrated simulation of land and soil contaminant runoff processes with
in-stream hydraulic and sediment-c lemical interactions.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Universities/Colleges-
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Compliance, Deposition, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Hydrology, Lakes, Metals,
Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES. Nutrients, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Surface
Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: COST: Free, Minimum Requirements: 386,4 M, DOS: 3.3 or more. Book/Reference. EPA/600/R93/174 ]
EPA/600/3-84/065; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact or the CEAM BBS at (706) 546-3402 (8NI)
Name: Model Distribution Coordinator Internet Addr.: ceam@athens.ath.epa.gov |
Http ://earth 1 .epa.gov/epa_ceamAv vwhtml
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling, Athens, GA (CEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700 (706)546-3549
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INDIANA WETNET
Internet Site
*
DESCRIPTION:
This is an Internet site for Water Resources Modeling. A fundamental tool of water resources
science and engineering is the analytical model. There are a large number of models for use in an
even wider variety of applications. Some models require specialized data and expertise to use.
A major component of WETnet is the ability to use models that reside on different Internet host
machines. In the very near future, it will be possible to find,"evaluate, and adapt models that are
physically located anywhere in the world to one's own purpose. This server has about 10 gigabytes of
data, at different scales for differing regions covering the whole of the United States to
individual states and counties. Data sets are available for: GIS, Water Quality/Quantity, and
Agriculture. Also, the data sets are available in multiple output formats. A selection of 20 water
models are summarized on the site.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassess.ment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Geographical Information System,
Ground Water, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use Management, Monitoring,
NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: COST: Free; Internet Site; Training Required
Available Through: Internet Address
Name:
Internet Addr.: http:/ingis.acn:purdue.edu:9999/wetnet.html
Indiana State Chemist and Seed Commissioner
Address: Purdue University
1154 Biochemistry Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1154
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INDICATOR
Information Updated On: 07/26/95
Computer Program
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: CBP Tech Pub
DESCRIPTION:
This is a landscape driven model based on the old HPSF model developed by the Athens ORD laboratory.
It accounts for all nonpoint ami point source loads to a basin and transports them downstream to an
estuary. It is driven by climate data, soil erosion, p^oint source discharge, water flow diversion,
and other forcing factors. Attenuation during transport and reintrainment due to bottom scour is
accounted for. The model is calibrated against stream flow and monitoring data for the parameters of
concern. It is set up and running for the entire Chesapeake Basin. The model can be stripped down
and moved to another basin by installation of the required data sets for the new basin
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat
Additional Information: COST: nothing; Minimum Requirements: 486, 8 M, DOS: N/A; Book/Reference,
CBP Tech Pub; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Ed Stigall
Internet Addr.: EStigall@Chesie.Ann.EPA.GOV
EPA-OW/Region III
Chesapeake Bay Program Office, Assistant Director for Science/N/A
Address: 410 Severn Ave.
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-2740 FAX: (410) 267-5777
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MINTEQA2
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:~
MINTEQA2 is a geochemical equilibrium speciation model for dilute aqueous systems. The model is an
update of MINTEQ, which was developed by combining the fundamental mathematical structure of
MINEQL with the well-developed thermodynamic database of WATEQ3. Because of MINTEQ A2's public
domain status, extensive feedback has been received from users on needed corrections and enhancements.
This model was last updated and released by EPA's Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling (SEAM) in
1991, and is in need of updating.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Compliance, Metals, NPDES, Permits, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; mathematical Model;
Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
Name: Dourmant Bouchard
EPA-Office of Research and Development/OEPER/Athens-ERL
Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling (SEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706)546-3138
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MODEL INTEGRATION IN GRASS (GEOGRAPHICAL RESOURCES ANALYSIS SUPPORT
SYSTEM)
Internet Site -
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this site is to proved short descriptions and links to models that have been
integrated into the GRASS geographical information system. Hydrological and Crop growth models are
presently linked and future links will include US EPA's SEAM and the Integrated Information
Management laboratory, Blackland Research Center
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessrnent, Chemistry, Environmental Effects,
Geographical Information System, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use
Management, .
Metals, Monitoring, Oceans, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis,
TMDL Related
Additional Information: Internet Site; Training Required
Available Through: Internet Address
Name: Internet Addr.: http://soils.ecn.purdue.edu/~aggrass/rnodels
Indiana State Chemist and Seed Commissioner
Address: Purdue University
1154 Biochemistry Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1154
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MODEL OF ACIDIFICATION OF GROUNDWATER (MAGIC)
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
The Model of Acidification of Groundwater In Catchments (MAGIC) is a computerized watershed
simulation model designed to project the chemical effects of atmospheric sulfur deposition (acid
rain) on the chemistry of lakes and streams. The initial intended use of the model was both to
examine influences of sulfur deposition on watershed and stream chemistry and to serve as a tool for
projecting potential future effects of sulfur deposition. To date it has been used extensively in
the U.S., Great Britain and Europe to project potential consequences of various scenarios of
atmospheric sulfur deposition. EPA used it in a large project, the Direct/Delayed Response Project
(DDRP) to assess the implications of various sulfur deposition scenarios for the chemistry of
approximately 200 watersheds and their associated lakes and streams in the eastern United States.
The model has been tested against laboratory-scale soil chemistry experiments, historical record of .
acidic deposition effects, and watersheds manipulated by the addition of acidifying compounds. The
model has proven to be reasonably reliable in these tests. Testing and refinement continues,
especially in the area of soil and solution chemistry of aluminum compounds.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Deposition, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Hydrology, Lakes,
Metals, Streams,
Surface Water
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: M. Robbins Church, Ph.D.
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory-Corvallis, Corvallis, OR
Address: 200 S.W. 35th Street
Corvallis, OR 97333
(503)754-4424
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MULTIMEDIA EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT MODEL (MULTIMED)
Computer Program; Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: ".
The Multimedia Exposure Assessment Model (MULTIMED) for exposure assessment simulates the
movement of contaminants leaching from a waste disposal facility. The model consists of a number of
modules which predict concentrations at a receptor due to transport in the subsurface, surface water, or
air. 'The model includes options for directly specifying infiltration rates to the unsaturated and
saturated zones, or a MULTIMED module can be used to estimate infiltration rates. When applying
MULTIMED to Subtitle D (hazardous waste) facilities, the landfill, surface water, and air modules in
the model are not accessible by the user; only flow and transport through the unsaturated zone and
transport in saturated zone can be considered. MULTIMED uses a steady-state, one-dimensional,
semi-analytical module to simulate flow in the unsaturated zone. The output from this module, water
saturation as a function of depth, is used as input to the unsaturated zone transport module. The
latter simulates transient, one-dimensional (vertical) transport in the unsaturated zone and
includes the effects of longitudinal dispersion, linear adsorption, and first-order decay. The
unsaturated zone transport module calculates steady-state or transient contaminant concentrations.
Output from both unsaturated zone modules is used to couple the unsaturated zone transport module
with the steady-state or transient, semi-analytical saturated zone transport module. The latter
includes one-dimensional uniform flow, three-dimensional dispersion, linear adsorption, first-order
decay, and dilution due to direct infiltration into the groundwater plume (67,68). The fate of
contaminants in the various media depends on the chemical properties of the contaminants as well as
a number of media- and environment-specific parameters. The uncertainty in these parameters can be
quantified in MULTIMED using the Monte Carlo simulation technique. To enhance the user-friendly
nature of MULTIMED, a preprocessor, PREMED, and a post-processor, POSTMED, have been developed.
The preprocessor guides the user in the creation of a correct Subtitle D input file by restricting
certain options and parameters and by setting appropriate defaults.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Chemistry, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Facilities, Waste Generation,
Ground Water, Hydrology, Lakes, Risk, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical ,
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Gerard F. Laniak
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory-Corvallis, Athens, GA
Address: 960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605
(706)546-3310
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PATRIOT
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
PATRIOT is a software package that integrates, in a personal computer environment, is a tool that
enables scientifically sound analysis of pesticide leaching anywhere in the conterminous United
Sates. PATRIOT is comprised of a chemical fate and transport model (PRAM-2), a comprehensive
database, an interface that allows the use to explore the database and select the data appropriate
for assessments, interaction that guides the user in performing model analyses, and selected methods
for summarizing and visualizing model results.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Compliance, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Hydrology, Land Use
Management, Management, Pesticides
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Mathematical
Model
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
Name: Robert F. Carsel
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Environmental Research Laboratory - Athens
Athens Ecosystem Research Division
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706)546-3210
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PESTICIDE ROOT ZONE MODEL (PRZM-2)
Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
The Pesticide Root Zone Model (PRZM-2) is a one-dimensional, dynamic, compartmental model that can
be used to simulate chemical movement in unsaturated soil systems within and immediately below the
plant root zone. It has two major components hydrology (and hydraulics) and chemical transport.
The model was specifically designed to provide loadings to selected media, including air, water,
groundwater and plants. PRZM 2 is an datly-time-step agricultural field simulation model. Outputs
include pesticide leaching depth, runoff volume, eroded sediment mass, pesticide movement with
eroded sediment and runoff, and pesticide volatilization. Processes modeled include, water movement
through the soil profile, crop uptake, vapor phase transport, and irrigation. Two pesticide
degradates can be modeled along with the parent. PRZM 2 has incorporated the VADOPT program which
estimates chemical movement through the vadose zone below the surface soil. A Monte Carlo shell is
also included.
The model is currently being used to estimate the pesticide runoff to surface waters through
various routes.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Hydrology, Land Use Management, Metal
Pesticides, Surface Water, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 486, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
jtalsT
Name: Robert F. Carsel
EPA-Office of Research and Development/ERL - Athens Ecosystem Research Division, Athens, GA
Athens Ecosystem Research Division
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706) 546-3210
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POLLUTANT ROUTING (P-ROUTE)
Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/26/95
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
P-Route is a modeling system that can survey a watershed area and list all the reaches and all the
NPDES dischargers on those reaches. Daily loadings can be attached to any of the dischargers on the
list. In addition, nonpoint source loading from monitoring data or from appropriate runoff models
can be included. The model routes the pollutants as they go through the reach system and presents a
final reach-by-reach pollutant concentration, based on mean or 7Q10 flow.
Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: TMDL-Related
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Training Required
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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SAGINAW BAY SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT DELIVERY ANALYSIS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The tool consisted of the development as a screening procedure to identify areas of erosion and
sediment delivery for a large watershed. The purpose of the tool was to allow for inter-agency
targeting of resources to critical areas within the watershed. The tools output was a written
report available upon request. The result of the tool development was a screening procedure which
can be easily replicated by other agencies/organizations to identify areas of erosion potential and
sediment delivery
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Erosion Control, Geographical Information System, Land Use Management, Metals, NFS
Related, Sediment, critical areas/ targeting
Additional Information: COST: 0; Book/Reference,; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Thomas Davenport
US EPA REGION V/OWOW
Water
Address: 77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 886-0209 FAX: (312) 886-7804
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Information Updated On: 10/26/95
SIMULATOR FOR WATER RESOURCES IN RURAL BASINS-WATER QUALITY(WINDOWS
FRONT-END VERSION) EPA 823-C-94-002, FEBRUARY 1994
DESCRIPTION:
This modeling system predicts the effect of management decisions on the quantity and quality of
water and sediment yields with reasonable accuracy. A Microsoft Windows based interface was
developed to simplify model setup.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies
Keywords: TMDL Related
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1330
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SMPTOX3E
DESCRIPTION:
SMPTOX3E is a one dimensional, steady-state mass balance model that predicts paniculate and
dissolved-phase non-ionic organic concentrations in the water column and bedded sediment. The
current version is being documented. Future plajis include implementing equations in SMPTOX to allow
for the estimation of metals partitioning to sediments. Anticipated completion for metals FY 1998.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies
Keywords: TMDL related, Sediment
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM .
401 M Street, SW (4305)
. Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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STORM WATER MANAGEMENT MODEL (SWMM)
Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
The Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) is a comprehensive model for the analysis of the quantity
and quality problems associated with urban runoff. Using SWMM, the modeler can simulate all aspects
of the urban hydrologic and quality cycles, including rainfall, snowmelt, surface and subsurface
runoff, flow routing through the drainage network, storage and treatment. Statistical analyses may
be performed on long-term precipitation data and on output from continuous simulation. Because of
SWMM's public domain status, extensive feedback has been received from users on needed corrections
and enhancements, and the model is continuously updated through interaction with SEAM.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Combined Sewer, Community, Discharge, Environmental Effects,
Metals, NPS Related, NPDES, Point Source(s), Procedure, Rivers, Stormwater, Streams,
Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements. Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown mathematical
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
BBS Phone Number
Name: Dormant Bouchard
EPA-Office of Research and Development/OEPER Athens-ERL
Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling (SEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706)546-3130
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Modeling
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SYNTHESIS OF METHODS TO PREDICT BiqACCUMULATION OF SEDIMENT
POLLUTANTS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: RESEARCH REPT 1992
DESCRIPTION:
An aid to choosing the most appropriate test or model for bioaccumulation of sediment-associated
pollutants.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Habitat, Metals, Pesticides,
Priority Pollutant, Procedure, QA/QC, Sediment, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, RESEARCH REPT 1992; Training Required
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-ORD/BIOACCUMULATION STRATOZONE TEAM
ENVIR. RES LAB/PACIFIC ECOSYSTEMS
Newport, OR
'(303) 867-5000
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VIRALT
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: '
VIRAL TRANSPORT-semi analytical ground water flow and contaminant transport model, calculate
capture
zones and contaminant break-through curves for pumping wells.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Chemistry, Coliforms, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Hydrology, Land Use Management,
Metals, Point Source(s), Risk, Treatment, Waste Management, pathogen transport
Additional Information: COST: $50.00; Minimum Requirements: 286, 4 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; mathematical
Model
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: International Ground Water Modeling Center
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO 80401-1887
(303) 273-3103 FAX: (303) 273-3278
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VIRALT VERSION 2.1.
Modeling
Information Updated On: 08/24/95
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
This computer software is a ground water flow and contaminant transport model designed to assist
with determining whether public water supply wells are vulnerable to viral contamination. The model
includes a one-dimensional, unsaturated flow and transport model that provides contaminant concentrations
at the water table directly beneath the source. Tjhese concentration values are automatically used as input
for two-dimensional saturated flow and one-dimensional transport along each pathline to one or more
pumping wells. The transport module can handle either line of aerial sources, steady-state or transient
transport, taking into account longitudinal dispersion, linear equilibrium absorption and first-order decay in
both the unsaturated and saturated zones. The flow module includes solutions for various types of simple
boundary conditions e.g., streams and barriers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS*IBM PC, XT, AT or
equivalent, 640K RAM, DOS 3.0 or higher, one high density or double density disk drive. OPTIONAL:
hard drive, math coprocessor.
Tool Users: Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Chemistry, Coliforms, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Hydrology, Land Use Managi
Metals, Point Source(s), Risk, Treatment, Waste Management, pathogen transport
Additional Information: COST: $50; Minimum Requirements: 286, I M, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0 Mathematical
Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Intern'l Ground Water Modeling Center
Institute for Ground Water Research and Education
Address: Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO 80401-1887
(303)273-3103
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Modeling
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
WATER QUALITY ANALYSIS SIMULATION PROGRAM (WASP5)
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION: I
Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program, WASPS is a generalized framework for modeling water quality
and contaminant fate and transport in surface waters. Based on the flexible compartment modeling
approach, WASP can be applied in one, two, or three dimensions. WASP is designed to permit easy
substitution of
user-written routines into the program structure. Problems that have been studied using the WASP
framework include biochemical oxygen demand and dissolved oxygen dynamics, nutrients and
eutrophication, bacterial contamination, and organic chemical and heavy metal contamination.
Two WASP models are provided with WASPS. The toxics WASP model, TOXI5, combines a
kinetic structure adapted from EXAMS2 with the WASPS transport structure and simple sediment balance
algorithms to predict dissolved and sorbed chemical concentrations in the bed and overlying waters. The
dissolved oxygen/eutrophication WASP model EUTR05 combines a kinetic structure adapted from the
Potomac Eutrophication Model with the WASPS transport structure to predict DO and phytoplankton
dynamics affected by nutrients and organic material. WASP has been used to simulate the water quality and
pollutant fate for a variety of aquatic.systems. It is used primarily to investigate the water quality response
to management actions, primarily point and nonpoint source load reduction. It is presently being distributed
by SEAM and its status is "in-use." The technical contact is Robert Ambrose.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Compliance, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Hydrology,
Metals, NPS Related, NPDES, Point Source(s), Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: 386, 3 Meg, DOS: Unknown mathematical Model;
Training Required
Available Through: Call CEAM @ (706) 546-3549
BBS Phone Number-(706) 546-3402
Name: Robert B. Ambrose, Jr.
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling Athens, GA
(SEAM)
Address: U.S. EPA -Center for Exposure Assessment Modeling
960 College Station Road .
Athens, GA 30605-2700
(706) 546-3323
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WATERSHED MODELING SYSTEMS INITIATIVE (WMSI)
Computer Program
Mathematical Model
DESCRIPTION:
The Watershed Modeling Systems Initiative is a joint venture between the Bureau of Reclamation and
the US Geological Survey to develop and implemeht water-resources models and an integrated data-base
management system for the western United States. WMSI focuses on giving water resources managers
better modeling tools and data with which to make, complex operational.decisions on multiple
reservoir systems and watersheds.
The San Juan and Lower Colorado River Basins were selected as the first locations for implementation'
of these products. Key issues to be addressed include (but are not limited to) efficiency of
water-resources management, environmental concerns such as meeting the flow needs for endangered
fish species, and optimization of operations within constraints for multiple objectives such as
conservation of water. Two modeling frameworks or systems- the Modular Modeling System (MMS) and
the Power and Reservoir System Model (PRSYM)- and the development of a relational data base to
provide data for these systems are the focal point of the present research, development, and
implementation effort.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects, Flow Regulation, Hydrology, Management,
Mitigation, Model(s), Rivers, Streamsj Surface Water, Hydromodification Modeling
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Brad Vickers
Bureau of Reclamation
Internet Addr: wvickers@ucsun3.uc.usbr.gov
(801)524-5576
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WELLHEAD PROTECTION STRATEGIES FOR CONFINED-AQUIFER SETTINGS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-008
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides assistance for delineating wellhead protection areas (WHPAs) for wells or
well fields located in confined-aquifer settings. If provides a methodology to determine the degree
of aquifer confinement and describes approaches for delineating WHPAs for highly confined
and semiconfined aquifers.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Grdundwater, Assessment
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-008
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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WEPP- WATER EROSION PREDICTION PROJECT
Modeling
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Mathematical Model
Internet Site
DESCRIPTION:
This site provides access to Water Erosion Prediction Project (WEPP). WEPP is an improved erosion
prediction model based on modern hydrologic and erosion science, is process oriented, and is
computer-implemented. The WEPP erosion model is a continuous simulation computer program
which predicts soil loss and sediment deposition form overland flow on hill slopes, soil loss and
sediment deposition from concentrated flow in smalj channels, and sediment deposition in
impoundment's. In addition to the erosion components, it also includes a climate component which
uses a stochastic generator to provide daily weather information, a hydrology component which is
based on a modified Green-Amp t infiltration equation and solutions of kinematics wave equations, a
daily water balance component, a plant growth and residue decomposition component, and an
irrigation component.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Deposition, Discharge, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries,
Flow Regulation, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Management, NPS Related, Procedure, Rivers, Stormwater, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Mathematical Model; Internet Site; Training Required
Available Through: Internet Address
Name: Internet Addr.:
http://soils. ecn. purdue. edu/~wepphtml/wepp/wepptut/main. html
Indiana State Chemist and Seed Commissioner
Address: Purdue University
1154 Biochemistry Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1154
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WHPA VERSION 2.1
Modeling
Information Updated On: 08/23/95
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
The WHPA 2.1 model of "WHPA Code" is a modular, semi-analytical, ground water flow model developed
for EPA that is designed to assist State and local technical staff with the task of Wellhead
Protection Area (WHPA) delineation. The model is designed for PC use and is very user friendly. The
model consists of four independent, semi-analytical modules that may be used to identify the aerial
extent of ground water contribution to one or multiple pumping wells. One module is a general
particle tracking program that may be used as a post-processor for two dimensional, numerical
models of ground water flow. One module incorporates a Monte Carlo approach to investigate the
effects of uncertain input parameters on capture zones. Multiple pumping and injection wells may be
present and barrier or stream boundary conditions may be investigated. Data input, computational
control, and on-screen preview of graphic output is facilitated by a user-friendly, menu-driven
interface. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS*IBM PC, XT, AT equivalent, hard drive (with at least 500K
unallocated space), 640K RAM (about 580K free memory), one disk drive, DOS 2.1 or higher,and CGA
graphics. OPTIONAL: math coprocessor, EGA or VGA graphics, laser printer, HP7475A plotter,
dot-matrix printer.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Hydrology, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: $50; Minimum Requirements: 286, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 or less; Training
Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Internat'l Ground Water Modeling Center
Institute for Ground Water Research and Education
/Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO 80401-1887
(303)273-3103
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Organizational/lnstitutional/Programmatic Tools-
includes tools used to set up, plan, integrate, and/or coordinate agencies and/or
groups or activities in watersheds.
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DELINEATION OF SOURCE WATER PROTECTION AREAS FOR SURFACE-WATER
SUPPLIED COMMUNITIES
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This is a document that will describe methods states have used to protect surface-water sources of
public drinking water supplies, to allow transfer of this information to communities and other
states.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Prevention, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water
Additional Information: COST: FREE; Book/Reference,
Available Through: SAFE .DRINKING WATER HOTLINE
Name: Marilyn Ginsberg
US EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF GROUND WATER DRINKING WATER
GROUND WATER PROTECTION DIVISION/TECHNICAL AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
BRANCH
Address: 401 M STREET S.W.
MAIL CODE 4602
WASHINGTON, DC 20644-
(202) 260-8804 FAX: (202) 260-0732
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Information Updated On: 09/19/95
MODEL "BAD ACTOR" LEGISLATION DEVELOPED BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF CONSERVATION DISTRICTS (NACD)
suggested law template
DESCRIPTION:
This Watershed tool is a sample law for states to deal with "bad actors." "Bad actors" are those
nonpoint source polluters that do not/will not comply with the states' comprehensive coastal
management programs (Section 6217 of the CZARA Amendments). The model law outlines penalties,
funding mechanisms, and a procedure to allow for due process
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Disposal, Environmental Eifects, Estuaries, Management,
NPS Related, Nutrients, Oceans, Procedure,
Process
Additional Information: suggested law template
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Eugene Lamb
National Association of Conservation Districts-Programs and Special Projects
Address: 509 Capital Court, NE
-Washington, DC 20002
(202)547-6223
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Organizational/Institutional
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
NONPOINT SOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NPSMS) SOFTWARE
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
PC-based software application developed to facilitate data input and reporting by States conducting
watershed programs funded under the Section 319 (CWA) National Monitoring Program. System is
currently limited to stream system, and handles project background, implementation plans for
NPS controls, monitoring designs, and data summaries for chemical, physical, and land treatment data.
An upgrade to a Windows environment is currently underway.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Management, Monitoring, NPS Related, Streams
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements: Unknown, Unknown, DOS: Unknown; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dressing Steve Internet Addr.: dressing.steve@epamail.epa.gov
US-EP A-Office of Water/Office of Oceans, Wetlands, and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7110 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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OKLA FEEDYARD5 ACT
Organizational/Institutional
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
OKLA. Statutes
DESCRIPTION:
The Okla. Feedyards Act licenses those facilities thaf may have a discharge of animal waste outside
a 25 year 24 hour rainfall event. These facilities are regulated as to the BMP's used for waste
application and design of storage structures and operation and maintenance of the facilities.
Tool Users: States
Keywords: Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control,
Ground Water, Hydrology, Inspection, Land; Use Management, Management, NFS Related, NPDES,
Nutrients, Permits, Point Source(s), Prevention, Public Outreach, Restoration, Rivers, Soil,
Spills, Storm water, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis,
Waste Management
Additional Information: OKLA. Statutes; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
mail
Name: Robert "Schoenecke
Okla. Dept. of Agriculture
Plant Industry and Consumer Services
Address: 2800 N. Lincoln Blvd.
Okla. City, OK 73105-4298
(405) 521-3864 FAX: (405) 521-4912
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Information Updated On: 09/06/95
WATER QUALITY STANDARDS REGULATION
Book/Reference
NTIS
DESCRIPTION: :
EPA issued the regulation in 1983 to establish the basic requirements for State/Tribe in adopting
water quality standards for all surface waters in the U.S.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Health Effect, Test/Analysis, Toxicity, Water
Quality Standards
Additional Information: COST: NONE; Book/Reference, NTIS
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: FredLeutner
US EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division
Address: 401M Street S.W.
Mail Code 4305
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-1542 FAX: (202) 260-9830
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WATERSHED PROTECTION: A PROJECT FOCUS
Organizational/Institutional
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: S41-R-95-003
DESCRIPTION:
This document focuses on individual watershed projects. Watershed projects can be important
components of the statewide approach that many s|:ate water quality programs use. These states have
organized their traditional activities, such as permitting, planning, and monitoring, so that all
water quality problems are dealt with in the content of very large drainage areas (river basins).
Typically, each basin is studied, and a watershed plan developed, on a 5 year cycle. A companion
document, "Watershed Protection: A Statewide Approach" (EPA 1995) discusses this way of doing
business. This document describes a logical process for planning and implementing watershed projects
and presents some lessons learned in previous projects. An emphasis is placed on ecological
integrity in watersheds by addressing chemical, physical, biological and habitat stressors in
addition to the more traditional goal of protecting human health through chemical water quality
criteria. It also encourages the targeting of watersheds for action and pooling resources and
expertise with other government agencies and citizen groups.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Communities, Land use and Management, Management, Public
Outreach, Restoration, Riparian
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 841 -R-95-003
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Oceans, Wetlands, and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4.'503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-7074 Fax (202) 260-7024
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WETLANDS AND 401 CERTIFICATION
Organizational/Institutional
Information Updated On: 09/15/95
Regulatory Program
DESCRIPTION:
Under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (CWA), States and eligible Indian Tribes have the authority
to review and approve, condition, or deny all Federal permits or licenses that might result in a
discharge to State waters, including wetlands. The major Federal programs subject to Section 401
certification are: Section 404 and 402 permits (in non-delegated States); Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission (FERC) hydropower licenses; and Rivers and Harbors Act Sections 9 and 10 permits. Over
the past several years, States have made progress in applying Section 401 certification to
wetlands. Some States rely on Section 401 certification as their primary mechanism to protect
wetlands in the State.
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Permits, Prevention, Wetland
Additional Information: Regulatory Program
Available Through: Wetlands Information Hotline 1800-832-7828
Name: Nancy Roth
Internet Addr.: roth.nancy@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Water/Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
. (202) 260-5299 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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WETLANDS MITIGATION BANKING
Organizational/Institutional
Information Updated On; 11/27/95
Program
DESCRIPTION:
Wetlands mitigation banking is the restoration, creation, enhancement, or in certain circumstances,
preservation of wetlands expressly for the purpose pf providing compensation in advance of proposed
or future wetlands impacts. A wetlands mitigation bank is created when a government
agency, corporation or non-profit organization, un^er a formal agreement, acquires a long-term
interest in a degraded wetlands or an appropriate upland area and restores or creates the site into a
functional wetland ecosystem. The value of a bank js determined by quantifying the wetland values
restored or created in terms of "credits", which may later be used to compensate for wetland losses,
or "debits", associated with a permitted discharge. Consolidation of mitigation into a single large
parcel is often more ecologically advantageous for maintaining the integrity of the aquatic
ecosystem. Development of a mitigation bank can also bring together financial resources, as well as
planning and scientific expertise: not generally practical for individual mitigation proposals,
thereby increasing the likelihood of success.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes, Developers
Keywords: Compliance, Discharge, Habitat, Mitigation, Permits, Restoration, Wetland,
section 404
Additional Information: Program
Available Through: Call the contact
EPA's Wetlands Hotline (800) 832-7828
Name: Tom Kelsch
Internet Addr.: kelsch,thomas@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands and Aquatic Resources Regulatory Branch
Address: USEPA
401 M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-8795 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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Outreach/Education Tools-
includes tools which facilitate stakeholder involvement, communication, compliance
assistance, and/or makes the public aware of watershed issues through education.
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Information Updated On: 08/22/95
CASE STUDIES IN WELLHEAD PROTECTION: TEN EXAMPLES OF INNOVATIVE
WELLHEAD PROTECTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 813-R-92-002
NTIS
DESCRIPTION: : '
This document contains studies of wellhead protection efforts in ten representative locations across
the country. The case studies are geared toward local water managers and government officials .
interested in using an established wellhead protection program as a model for developing or
implementing their own programs. The discussions include the development and implementation
activities practiced by each community as described by community leaders, citizens and participants
in each wellhead protection program. The local programs described highlight the range of issues
that confront communities implementing a local program. Each community is different in terms of the
resources available for wellhead protection, the degree of technical sophistication, and the overall
awareness of the importance of ground water protection.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Community, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Land Use Management, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 813-R-92-002NTIS
Available Through: Internet Address
Order by FAX
NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
USEPA/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7077 FAX: (202) 260-0732
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CITIZEN'S GUIDE TO GROUND WATER PROTECTION
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 08/24/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. s*: 440/6-89-004
DESCRIPTION: '
This guide is a primer that emphasizes the important role of citizens in protecting ground water and
is designed to provide a basic understanding of ground water protection. The booklet presents the
topic in basic terms and offers simple suggestions on how the citizen can help protect their
groundwater resource. The guide clearly describes ways in which citizens can help to protect ground
water through household activities. It illustrates: how daily household activities contribute to
ground water threats and suggests alternative methods of waste disposal.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Community. Drinking Water, Ground Water, Management, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Boole/Reference, 440/6-89-004
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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CLEAN WATER ONLINE
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
CWOL is an open architecture interactive telecommunications platform, which allows data and
information to be maintained and electronically shared between EPA and the states. CWOL maintains
database and file library information that can be keyword searched for easy access. Provides
on-line access for other Environmental Bulletin Board systems. It maintains discussion forum areas
where information can be exchanged on topical areas. Fax and e-mail capabilities from ones' desk are
provided. The result of CWOL is the capability of, from one's desk, quickly and efficiently
exchanging or researching information on all water media areas at a very low agency investment and
should result in improved communications and coordination among all water media programs
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Climate,
Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Community, Compliance, Construction Grant, Cost Benefit Analysis,
Deposition, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Emissions,
Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities,
Waste Generation, Flow Regulation, Forestry, Grants and Contracts,
Geographical Information System, Ground Water, Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Inspection, Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Pest Management,
Lakes, Land Use Management, Management, Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES,
Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Policy Analysis, Pretreatment,
Prevention, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC, Recycling,
Reporting, Restoration, Riparian, Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Storm water,
Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training, Treatment,
Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: COST: 0; Minimum Requirements: 386, 4 M, DOS: Unknown; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact; Internet Address; BBS Phone Number
Name: Christopher Murphy Internet Addr.: murphy.christopher@epamail.epa.gov
EPA Region V/Planning and Grants Management
Address: 77 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(708) 886-0172 FAX: (708) 886-0168
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
ECOSCOPE WATERSHED MODEL AND WATER QUALITY TESTING KITS
DESCRIPTION:
Watershed Model-Plastic tabletop model of a watershed useful in demonstrating to children how every
day activities may affect water quality. Water Qu41ity Testing kits-Used by EPA staff when meeting
with school groups or may be loaned to teachers to test water for fecal coliform
Tool Users: Communities
Keywords: Coliforms, Environmental Effects, Lakes, Land Use Management, NFS Related, Pesticides,
Public Outreach, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water
. v.
Additional Information:.
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Suzanne Saric
US EPA REGION 5/Public Affairs
Address: 77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 353-3209 FAX: (312) 353-1155
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EDUCATIONAL BROCHURES AND FACT CARDS
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
brochures/cards
DESCRIPTION:
A series of brochures developed to educate the public and industry groups about the effects of
nonpoint sources of pollution and best management practices which can be employed to reduce and
control pollutant loading from runoff. Brochures address nonpoint source program in general,
forestry, agriculture, hydromodification, septic tanks, and construction. Fact cards are designed to
educate home owners and students about things they can do at home to reduce or eliminate pollutant
loading to state's waters.
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Disposal, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Forestry, NFS Related, Public Outreach,
Recycling, Riparian, Sediment, household hazardous waste
Additional Information: COST: 0; brochures/cards
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Catherine Simpson
Lousiana DEQ/Water Resources
Water Quality Management
Address: PO Box 82215
Baton Rouge, LA 70884-2215
(504) 765-0511 FAX: (504) 765-0635
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Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/28/95
ENVIRONMENTAL HYPERMEDIA PROGRAMS AND WATER QUALITY MODELS CD-ROM
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION:
This CD-ROM was compiled in conjunction with the US-EP A, USD A, Purdue University, Utah State
University, and Texas A & M. It is a collection of over 50 environmentally related computer programs
and water quality models: The programs are available individually or as a complete set on the CD-ROM
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Climate,
Combined Sewer, Community, Compliance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Deposition, Discharge,
Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Facilities,
Waste Generation, Flow Regulation, Forestry, Geographical Information System, Ground Water,
Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Integrated Crop Management,
Integrated Pest Management, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management, Metals, Mitigation,
Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s),
Policy Analysis, Prevention, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC,
Reporting, Restoration, Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Storm water. Streams,
Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training, Treatment, Waste Ma
Wetland
Additional Information: COST: $25.00 per; Minimum Requirements: 386, 1 M, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0, Training
Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name:
Center for Technology Transfer and Pollution Prevention
Address: Farm Building Plan Service
1146 AGEN Building/Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1115
(317) 494-1173 FAX: (317) 496-1115
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Information Updated Oh: 10/12/95
FEDERAL AGENCY GROUND WATER TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE DIRECTORY
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 813 -B-93-003
DESCRIPTION:
The Directory identifies sources of Federal Hydrogeologic assistance available to State agencies and
the public. It includes names of offices, telephone numbers and a guide to locations and services.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Grants and Contracts, Ground Water, Hydrology, Mitigation
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 813 -B-93-003
Available Through: Call the contact
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Name: James Hamilton
US EPA/Office of Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Technical & Information Management Branch
Address: 401 M Street S.W.
MC4602
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-8264 FAX: (202) 260-0732
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Information Updated On: 10/26/95
GROUND WATER INFORMATION SYSTEMS ROADMAP
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 813-B-94-OOI
DESCRIPTION:
A directory of EPA Systems that contain ground water information.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Ground Water, Data Information
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 8I3-B-94-001; Training Required
Available Through: SDW Hotline
Name: SDW Hotline OW Resource Center
Address: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
(800) 426-4791
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
GWPC HOME PAGE
internet
DESCRIPTION:
National distribution of information on ground water protection and underground control (UIC). Has
information on and lists HQ and Regional contacts for GW and UIC. Explains a variety of GW and UIC
issues.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Discharge, Disposal, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Public Outreach
Additional Information: COST: must have internet
Available Through: Internet Address: GWPC.site.net
Name: BenGrunewald
Ground Water Protection Council
i
Address: 827 NW 63rd, Suite 103,
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
(405)848-0690
FAX: "(405) 848-0722
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INTRODUCTION TO WATER QUALITY STANDARDS
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
DESCRIPTION: \
This basic public information pamphlet was developed by EPA most recently in 1988 to provide general
information on the water quality criteria and standards program.
Tool Users: States, Localities, Regulated Communities
Keywords: Water Quality goals
Additional Information: see below
Available Through:.
Name: Fred Leutner
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
NATIONAL EXTENSION WATER QUALITY DATABASE
Internet Site
DESCRIPTION:
The National Extension Water Quality Database is a collection Water Quality resources. The database
is keyword searchable and links information prepared by Extension Specialists from throughout the
United States
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects,
Ground Water, Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management,
Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Policy Analysis,
Public Outreach, Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Storm water, Streams,
Surface Water, Test/Analysis, Wetland
Additional Information: Internet Site; Training Required
Available Through: Internet Address
Name: Internet Addr.:
http ://hermes.ecn.purdue. edu: 8001/server/water/water, html
Indiana State Chemist and Seed Commissioner
Address: Purdue University
1154 Biochemistry Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1154
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"NONPOINT SOURCE NEWS-NOTES"
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
Newsletter
DESCRIPTION:
Newsletter that covers topics on Restoration, Riparian and Watershed Management, Agricultural
Issues, Education, and upcoming Events.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Ground Water, Lakes, Land Use
Management, Metals, NFS Related, Oceans, Pesticides, Process, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers,
Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Storm water, Streams, Surface Water, Training
Additiona! Information: COST: free; Newsletter
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
BBS Phone Number
Name:
US-EPA/Office of Water
OWOW/Waters'hed Branch
Address: 401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-7074 fax (202) 260-1517
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Information Updated On: 09/11/95
OFFICE OF WETLANDS, OCEANS AND WATERSHEDS 1995 PUBLICATIONS LIST
(31PGS)
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 940-B-95-001
DESCRIPTION:
This 31 page Publication list provides abstracts and ordering information for the documents produces
by EPA's Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds.' The publications are separated into "General"
and "Technical" depending on the level of program understanding required. "Technical "publications
are further separated into Wetlands, Oceans/Coastal, Watershed Protection, Nonpoint Source, Data
Management, Water Quality Assessment &Monitoring, and Bulletins
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evalaution, Environmental effects, Estuaries, Habitat, Health Effect, Hydrology,
Lakes, Land use and Management, Mitigation, Models, Monitoring, Nonpoint Source Related,
Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Policy Analysis, Prevention, Public Outreach, Restoration, Riparian,
Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL-Related, Training, Waste Management,
Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 940-B-95-001
Available Through: Order by FAX
Write to Contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Policy and Communications Staff
401M Street SW (450 IF)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-9108 FAX: (202) 260-2529
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Information Updated On: 09/14/95
PRIVATE LANDS INITIATE
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The goal of the Private Land Initiative is to develop a national strategy and implementation plan
for voluntary wetlands protection and restoration. Through partnerships at the Federal, State and
local levels and with private organizations, the program can help slow the loss of wetland acres on
privately held lands. The program has established an initial project in Maryland, and has
cooperatively expanded private lands programs to additional states and regions with the end goal of
implementing National private lands programs across the country. Since the Maryland pilot project,
the National Resources Conservation Service, with! the National Association of Conservation Districts
(NACD), the US EPA, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and other non-governmental organizations,
formed the National Wetlands Conservation Alliance (Alliance). A goal of the Alliance is to
encourage private lands alliances on a regional, State and local basis. These local alliances are
often composed of conservation districts, state foresters, and other agencies and private groups.
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Land Use Management, Management, Mitigation, NPS Related, Permits, Prevention,
Public Outreach, Restoration, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Reggie Parrish
Internet Addr: parrish.reggie@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans ajid Watersheds
Wetlands Division/Wetlands, Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: USEPA
401 M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6095 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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Information Updated On: 09/18/95
PROCEEDINGS; WATERSHED '93: A NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT, MARCH 21-24, 1993, ALEXANDRIA, VA
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-R-94-002
DESCRIPTION:
A compilation of presentations and summary of discussions that took place at the plenary sessions.
(890 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Deposition, Environmental Effects,
Ground Water, Hydrology, Lakes, NPS Related, Oceans, Permits, Point Source(s), Prevention,
Restoration, Rivers, Soil, Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-R-94-002
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 Fax (202) 260-7074
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Information Updated On: OS/24/95
PROTECTING LOCAL GROUND WATER SUPPLIES THROUGH WELLHEAD PROTECTION
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-007
DESCRIPTION:
This booklet assists local government officials and citizens in preventing ground water
contamination. This guide offers a step-by-step approach for protecting local ground water supplies.
The ground water protection approach described pan be coordinated with existing State and federal
groundwater protection programs, such as EPA's Wellhead Protection Program, Underground Injection
Control Program, and Public Water Supply Systerti Program. Protecting Local Ground Water Supplies
Through Wellhead Protection describes a five-step! process for protecting local ground water supplies.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Land Use Management, Management, Prevention, Public
Outreach
Additional Information: COST: FREE; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-007
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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PUBLICATIONS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #:epa905/m/90/004
DESCRIPTION:
Publications for teachers, children and the general public that provide information on watersheds
e.g. "Great minds, Great Lakes" or water related topics e.g. "Welcome to the Wetlands" coloring
poster. The purpose is to educate and inform children and adults about our environment and inlhe
case of "Great Minds, Great Lakes", the watershed many of the people in Region V live in.
Tool Users: Communities
Keywords: Habitat, Lakes, Public Outreach, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: COST: 0, Book/Reference, epa905/m/90/004
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Nancy Sullivan
USEPA REGION V/Public Affairs
Address: 77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 886-6687 FAX: (312) 353-1155
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Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 08/09/95
REGION H MARKET & OUTREACH REPORT, ON COMMUNITY PLACED BASED
WATERSHEDS
REPORT
DESCRIPTION:
This report complies outreach ideas, mechanisms, and tools from nineteen placed-based watershed or
related outreach programs. Each program has an impressive array of outreach ideas that have already
been implemented or are still in development. The purpose of this compilation is to share outreach
ideas from all over the region. This comprehensive report which documents all of the region's water
related outreach programs, makes it significantly easier for stakeholders to learn about the
region's outreach efforts. All outreach inventories list outreach mechanisms and tools under the
following headings: media coverage, newsletters, internet, conferences and round table discussions,
state and local fairs, workshops, public meetings, public service advertising, hotlines, resource
centers, clean up events, award programs, outreach products (videos, factsheets, brochures,etc.) Are
covered under the outreach mechanisms of the report.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Bioassessment, Colitarms, Combined Sewer, Community, Dissolved 0:
Geographical Information System, NPS Related, Nutrients, Point Source(s), Public Outrea
Toxicity, Wetland
Additional Information: COST: NONE; REPORT
Available Through: Call the contact
Oxyger
Name: JANE LEU
EPA/REGION II
WATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION/SURFACE WATER QUALITY
Address: 290 BROADWAY
NEW YORK, NY 10007-1866
(212) 637-3741 FAX: (212) 637-3772
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
STORM DRAIN STENCILING KIT
kits
DESCRIPTION:
Materials and instructions for stenciling storm drain grates with message "Dump No Waste". These
kits were developed as an educational tool to teach the public that waste entering storm drains is
not treated and goes directly to streams, bayous, or lakes.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities |
Keywords: Disposal, NFS Related, Storm water, Training, storm drain stenciling
Additional Information: COST: 0; kits
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Catherine Simpson
Lousiana DEQ/Water Resources.
Water Quality Management
Address: P.O. Box 82215
Baton Rouge, LA 70884-2215
(504) 765-0511 FAX: (504) 765-0635
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Information Updated On: 09/27/95
TROUBLED WATERS
DESCRIPTION:
A video that explains the risks associated with the disposal of waste via floor drains at automotive
facilities* which lead to Class V wells.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects,
Facilities, Waste Generation, Ground Water, Health Effects, Hydrology, Metals, Prevention,
Public Outreach, Recycling, Risk
Additional Information: COST: 0
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Valeria Robinson
EPA REGION V
Address: 77 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 886-4281 FAX: (312) 886-4235
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Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
UIC CLASS V WELLS
Computer Program
DESCRIPTION: "
Information on UIC program emphasis on Class V Wells and how these impact businesses and drinking
water.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, Slates, Tribes
Keywords: Compliance, Discharge, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects, Facilities- Industrial, Facilities-
Waste Generation, Ground Water, Risk, Treatment/Disposal, Waste Management
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements. 486, Unknown, DOS: 3.0 - 5.0
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Karen Reshkin
USEPA REGION V
Address: 77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604-3590
(312)353-6353
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Information Updated On: 09/29/95
UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL WATERSHED TOOLS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
A holding of multiple Underground Injection Control (UIC) Watershed Tools. The Tools include: Best
management Practices Fact Sheets (for a variety of business types, Volunteers and the Environment
(how-to manual for ground water protection projects), "Does your facility Generate Automotive Service
Wastes?" (A brochure that describes the dangers of| disposing of automotive wastes via floor drains),
Injection Wells (An Introduction to their use, operation, and regulations), and Class (I, II, III,
and V) Wells and your Drinking Water (brochures on each type and how the well can impact drinking
water)
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Community, Compliance, Discharge, Disposal, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects,
Facilities-Industrial, Facilities-Waste Generation, Ground Water, Management, Prevention,
Public Outreach
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Valeria Robinson
US-EPA-Region 5
Underground Injection Control
Address: 77 West Jackson Street
Chicago, IL 60604
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Information Updated On: 07/10/95
WATER QUALITY CRITERIA'AND STANDARDS PROGRAMS VIDEOTAPES
Book/Reference
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Nine videos describe various aspects of the water quality standards and criteria programs,
including: Introduction to Water Quality Standards, Antidegradation Policy: A Means to Maintain and
Protect Existing Uses and Water Quality, Development of Water Quality Criteria and Its Relationship
to Water Quality Standards, Enumeration Methods for E. Coli and Enterococci, Water Quality-Based
Approach to Pollution Control, Water Quality Standards and 401 Certification, Economic
Considerations in Water Quality Standards, Water Quality Standards on Indian Lands, and Development
of Biological Criteria for Use in Water Quality Standards and developing site specific criteria.
Tool Users: States, Localities, Public, Academia
Keywords: Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference, Course
Available Through:
Name: Fred Leutner
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
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WETLANDS INFORMATION HOTLINE
Outreach/Education
Information Updated On: 11/27/95
Hotline
DESCRIPTION:
The Wetlands Information Hotline was created more than 4 years ago to provide accurate, general
information to the public and other interested parties and organizations about wetlands in general,
wetlands science, recent issues critical to wetlands'habitats, and EPA regulatory and
non-regulatory programs designed to preserve, protect, and restore wetlands. The Hotline provides
callers with easy access (through a nationwide tollrfree number and through the internet) to
technical information, reports, documents, brochures, timely information about changes in
regulations and legislation, educational materials, and referrals to appropriate sources for help.
Information specialists answer questions directly, provide literature and documentation, and refer
callers to local individuals/organizations who can assist or provide iiirther information.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Public Outreach, Wetland
Additional Information: Hotline
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Wetlands Hotline 1-800-832-7828
Name: Connie Cahanap/MuUennex
Internet Addr.: cahanap.concepcion@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands Division/Wetlands Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: USEPA
401 M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6531 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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Information Updated On: 08/23/95
WHY DO WELLHEAD PROTECTION?
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-014
DESCRIPTION:
Why Do Wellhead Protection? is a non-technical reference booklet aimed at introducing wellhead
protection concepts to local communities using a common sense/consumer benefit approach. This
booklet introduces the reader to various wellhead protection issues. The introductory pages discuss
the legal requirements for wellhead protection, how EPA integrates wellhead protection with State
programs, and the number of State Wellhead Protection Programs approved by EPA. Following the
introduction, specific issues that EPA has encountered during seminars, workshops, and training
sessions conducted on wellhead protection are examined. Each issue is presented as a question,
followed by a discussion.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Land Use Management, Prevention, Public Outreach
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-014
Available Through: Call the contact »
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington,, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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Policy and Planning Tools-
includes general policy statements and related documents, long-range strategic plans, annual
program plans, and tools that assist in developing, organizing and implementing a planning
process.
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 08/10/95
CALIFORNIA OCEAN PLAN; WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLAN FOR OCEAN WATERS
OF CALIFORNIA.
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The document specifies regulatory water quality objectives for physical, chemical, biological,
bacterial, and radioactive characteristics as well as effluent quality requirements for discharges
into state waters. Minimum monitoring procedures for discharges into ocean waters are outlined
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Coliforms, Discharge, Effluent,
Environmental Effects, Health Effects, Metals, Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES, Nutrients,
Oceans, Permits, Pesticides, Pretreatment, Priority Pollutant, QA/QC, Sludge, Test/Analysis,
TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training, Treatment
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
STATE WATER CONTROL BOARD 1990, CALIFORNIA
SACRAMENTO, CA
(916)657-2390
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 08/24/95
DEVELOPING A STATE WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAM: A USER'S GUIDE TO
ASSIST STATE AGENCIES UNDER THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440/6-88-003
DESCRIPTION:
This document assist States and Tribal water managers/planners and officials in developing their
Wellhead Protection Programs. It discusses the ringe of options that States and Tribes may choose
among in developing each element of their Wellhead Protection Program. The first seven chapters
address each of the Wellhead Protection program elements as prescribed under the Safe Drinking Water
Act. The final chapter summarizes the program.
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Management, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Referience, 440/6-88-003
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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EASTERN STORM WATER MODEL
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/14/95
DESCRIPTION:
In 1993, EPA initiated a project with Prince William County, Virginia, to develop a watershed
management program that integrates environmentally sensitive Storm water management in a rapidly
urbanizing watershed 30 miles south of Washington, DC. A principle objective of this effort is to
develop alternative approaches storm water management that can be transferred to other Eastern seaboard
watersheds. Many regional storm water facilities can have serious adverse effects on wetland and stream
channel habitats; if not managed properly, facilities, when releasing storm water discharges, can "drown"
habitats or expose them to high levels of pollutants. This project begun by EPA involves a multi-million
program that integrates wetland protection and restoration of water quality with urban statewide planning.
The US Corps of Engineers, US Geological Survey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
George Mason University, and the Northern Virginia Planning District Commission are also participants.
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Land Use Management, NPS Related, Public Outreach, Riparian, Storm water, Streams,
Wetland, Watershed Mngmt/Planning
Additional Information:
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Fran Eargle
Internet Addr.: eargle.frances@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: US-EPA
401M Street SW(4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1954 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT ISSUE PAPERS
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 630R-94-009
DESCRIPTION:
This tool includes nine Risk Assessement Forum-sponsored papers on topics related to the ecological
risk assessment process as described in the EPA report Framework for Ecological Risk Assessment
(Framework Report:EPA 630/R-92/OOI). The paper topics are: conceptual model development,
characterizations of exposure, effects characterization, risk integration methods, uncertainty in
ecological risk assessment, ecological significance,! ecological recovery, and biological stressors,
and ascertaining public values in ecological risk assessment.. The papers are published in the EPA
report Ecological Risk Assessment Issue papers: EPA 630-R94-009.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Health Effect, Mitigation, Model, Prevention,
Risk,
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 630R-94-009
Available Through: Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A) ,4fc
Name: William P. Wood . Internet Addr.: wood.william@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Risk Assessment Forum
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8501)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-6743
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Information Updated On: 09/06/95
ECONOMIC GUIDANCE FOR WATER QUALITY STANDARDS: WORKBOOK
DESCRIPTION:
This technical guidance was developed by EPA in 1994 to assist States/Tribes identify the data and
analyses necessary to support revisions to water quality standards based on economic considerations.
Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Designated Uses, Economics, Policy Analysis, Water Quality Standards,
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: FredLeutner
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
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Information Updated On: 07/10/95
EPA STRATEGIC PLAN FOR GROUND WATER ECOLOGY
DESCRIPTION:
The guidance document entitled, EPA Strategic Plan for Ground Water Ecology, June, 1994, was
developed by the Ground Water Protection Division within the Office of Water, to meet the
environmental component of i:he principle of the Ground Water Protection Strategy that calls for the
protection of ground water that is closely connected hydrologically to surface water in order to
attain surface water quality standards and protect! the integrity of associated ecosystems. The Plan
identifies four key objectives for achieving the goals of the strategy: provide technical assistance
to water resource managers, especially at the State and local level, to delineate and set priorities
for areas of ground water/surface water interaction that need protection; continue to work to
incorporate or amend the use of existing statutory/regulatory authorities, policies and guidance to
better protect ground water and related ecosystems; cooperate and coordinate with other public,
private, and international organizations involved in ground water ecology; and, increase
understanding of ground water ecology.
Tool Users: States
Keywords: Ground Water, Assessment, Surface Water
Additional Information:
Available Through: Call the C'ontact
Name: John Simons
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division
(202)260-7091
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Information Updated On: 09/06/95
EPA'S CONTAMINATED SEDIMENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGY - DRAFT
(EPA 823R-94-001)
DESCRIPTION:
The Strategy describes the cross-program policy framework in which EPA intends to promote
consideration and reduction of ecological and human health risks posed by sediment contamination.
The goals of the Strategy are: (1) to develop consistent methodologies for assessing contaminated
sediments; (2) to prevent ecological or human health risks, (3) to clean-up existing sediment
contamination that causes significant effects on human health ore the environment; and (4) to ensure
that sediment dredging and the disposal of dredged material continue to be managed in an
environmentally sound manner.
Tool Users: States, Federal Aagencies, Regulated Community
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Deposition, Environmental Effects, [Contaminated] Sediment, Toxicity
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Tom Armitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-5388
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
EPA'S REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCEDURE FOR STATE SUBMITTED
TMDLSAVLAS.MARCH 1986
DESCRIPTION:
Step-by-step procedures are outlined on the administrative (i.e., non-technical) aspects of
developing TMDLs/WLAs and submitting them to EPA for review and approval. It includes questions and
answers to focus on key issues, pertinent sections of WQM regulations and the CWA, and examples of
correspondence.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental effects, TMDL related
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1330
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
FRAMEWORK FOR ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT REPORT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 630R-92-001
DESCRIPTION:
This tool is a Risk Assessment Forum-developed report entitled Framework for Ecological Risk
Assessment (Framework Report; EPA/630/R-92/00!) that describes basic elements, or a framework, for
ecological risk assessment and offers a flexible structure for conducting and evaluating EPA
ecological risk assessments. The report is being used by many assessors both within and outside of
the Agency.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Policy Analysis, Procedure, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 630R-92-001
Available Through: Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: William P. Wood Internet Addr.: wood, william@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Risk Assessment Forum
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8501)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6743
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Policy and Planning .
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
GENERIC QUALITY ASSURANCE PROJECT PLAN GUIDANCE FOR PROGRAMS USING
COMMUNITY LEVEL BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT IN WAD ABLE STREAMS AND RIVERS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841-B-95-004
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides guidance for Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPS). A QAPP is a technical
planning document that defines the objectives of a project or continuing operation, as well as the
methods, organization, analysis, and QA and QCj activities necessary to meet the g^oals of that project
or operation. The EPA requires that all monitoring and measurement projects carried out by or
supported by USEPA have written and approved Quality Assurance Project Plans.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Community, Discharge, Dissolved
Oxygen, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Facilities, Waste Generation, Forestry,
Grants and Contracts, Geographical Information System, Hydrology, Integrated Crop
Management, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management,
Mitigation, Model(s), Monitoring, NFS Related, Nutrients, Oceans, Pesticides, Prevention,
Public Outreach, QA/QC, Reporting, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Sediment, Storm water,
Streams, Surface Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Training, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 841-B-95-004
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A) .
Name: Chris Faulkner
US-EPA-Office of Water/OWOW
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
401 M Street, SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6228 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/22/94
GUIDANCE FOR ASSESSING CHEMICAL CONTAMINANT DATA FOR USE IN FISH
ADVISORIES. VOLUME II: RISK ASSESSMENT AND FISH CONSUMPTION LIMITS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 823-B-94-004
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to States and Native American Tribes on the
development offish consumption limits for chemically contaminated noncommercial freshwater and
. estuarine fish.
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Chemistry, Health Effects, Management, Metals, Monitoring,
Pesticides, Policy Analysis, QA/QC, Risk, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 823-B-94-004
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Science and Technology
401M Street, SW (4304)
Washington, DC 20460
Water Resources Center
(202) 260-7786
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
GUIDANCE SPECIFYING MANAGEMENT MEASURES FOR SOURCES OF NONPOINT
POLLUTION IN COASTAL WATERS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-B-92-002
DESCRIPTION:
This document contains guidance specifying management measures for sources of nonpoint pollution in
coastal waters. This "management measures"guJdance address five source categories of nonpoint
pollution; agriculture, silviculture, urban, marinas, and hydromodification. A suite of management
measures is provided for each source category. In addition, there are chapters that provide
management measures that list other tools available to address many source categories of nonpoint
pollution; these tools include the protection, restoration, and construction of wetlands, riparian
areas, and vegetated treatment systems
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries,
Habitat, Mitigation, NPS Related, Nutrients, Oceans, Restoration, Riparian, Risk, Sediment,
Soil
Additional Information: Boole/Reference, 840-B-»92-002
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: DovWeitman
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds »
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Nonpoint Source Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-7100
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Information Updated On: 01/30/96
INTERIM GUIDANCE ON THE DETERMINATION AND USE OF WATER-EFFECT RATIOS FOR
METALS
Book/Reference, EPA-823-B-94-001
DESCRIPTION: ' '. : ''
The interim guidance supersedes all guidance concerning water-effect ratios previously issued by the agency.
Water effect ratios is a means to account for a difference between the toxicity of the metal in laboritory
dilution water and its toxicity in the water at the site.
Tool Users: Localities, States, Industry
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Metals, Test/Analysis, Toxicity
Additional Information: Requires specialized training; Can be used throughout the country
Available Through: Contact NCEPI -
Name: Richard Ballentine
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division
Address: US-EPA
- 401 M Street SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1323
Fax (202) 260-9830
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MANAGING CONTAMINATED SEDIMENTS
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
DESCRIPTION: .
Two documents describe the available regulatory authority and the regulatory processes used by EPA
programs to manage contaminated sediment:
o EPA DECISION-MAKING PROCESSES. Includes flow charts,
text and citations describing EPA's regulatory authority and decision making processes used to
manage contaminated sediment. All applicable EP| A regulatory programs are covered.
o CONTAMINATED SEDIMENTS: RELEVANT STATUTES AND EPA PROGRAM
ACTIVITIES. Contains EPAs regulatory authority
available for use in managing contaminated sediment. All applicable EPA regulatory programs are
covered.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Deposition, Environmental Effects, [Contaminated] Sediment, Toxicity
Additional Information: see below . /""
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Tom Armitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5388
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 08717/95
MONITORING GUIDANCE FOR THE NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 842-B-92-004
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides the National Estuary Program with guidance on how to design, implement, and
evaluate a monitoring program. The careful use of this document will lead to more complete
information to measure the success of management actions initiated under Comprehensive Conservation
and Management Plans as well as essential data to evaluate environmental risks and trends. It could
also be useful to other coastal and marine managers with monitoring responsibilities.*It also
contains a number of "case studies" as examples of monitoring plans.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmmental Effects, Estuaries, Monitoring, Oceans
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842-B-92-004; Training Required
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: Joe Hall Internet Addr.: HALL.JOE@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-OW/OWOW
OCPD/CMB
Address: 401M St. SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-9082 FAX: (202) 260-9960
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NPDES WATERSHED MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUE
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
Coordination Procedure
DESCRIPTION:
Permits Division established a Watershed Task Force on October 14, 1993 to develop a national
approach, targeting NPDES permitting experiencb and resources to support the Agency's watershed
protection initiative. The Task Force consisted of six members who worked as a team for seven
months to develop the NPDES Watershed Strategy. Once the Strategy was complete, watershed
implementation was integrated back into the Permits Division's with the establishment of a watershed
matrix manager. The Permits Division's Watershed Matrix Manager has primary responsibility for
coordinating implementation of the NPDES Watershed Strategy within the Permits Division, the Office
of Water, and the Regional Water Management Divisions
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Inspection,
Management, Point Source(s), Policy Analysis, Procedure, Reporting
Additional Information: Coordination Procedure
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Deborah G. Nagle
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wastewater Management
Permits Division
(202) 260-2656
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Information Updated On: 09/08/95
A PHASE I INVENTORY OF CURRENT EPA EFFORTS TO PROTECT ECOSYSTEMS
Computer Program
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841-S-95-001
DESCRIPTION:
The tool is the Intergovernmental Task Force on Monitoring Water Quality (ITFM), soon to become a
permanent National Water Quality Monitoring Council. The ITFM*s purpose is to recommend and oversee
implementation of a nationwide water monitoring strategy that would:!. Provide a structure for
public and private monitoring partners to collaborate to share information on water resource
quality2. Provide data to measure progress toward environmental goals through use of agreed-upon
indicators.3. Use performance-based methods to collect water data so it can be shared with others4.
Store data in automated systems with agreed upon data descriptors so a secondary data user will know
if he can use the data for his own purposes. Link the systems so data can be shared easily. Jointly
maintain where necessary common data bases several agencies need, such as a taxonomic system. 5.
Provide analysis tools, including joint purchase of data layers (such as remote sensing) and
increased joint use of GIS. The ITFM has 20 members; 10 Federal agencies, 8 States, one Indian
Tribe, and one Interstate Basin Commission, plus over 150 Federal and State staff participating in 8
work groups on specific issues. EPA chairs the ITFM (Elizabeth Fellows), with USGS as Vice Chair and
Executive Secretariat. .ITFM final recommendations are out in draft form for public review; the final
report is due in January, 1995.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Policy Analysis
Additional Information: Minimum Requirements:,, DOS: Book/Reference, 841-S-95-001
Available Through: Internet Address .
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503 F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Information Updated On: 08/17/95
PROJECT MGRS GUIDE TO REQUESTING AND EVALUATING CHEMICAL ANALYSES.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 910/9-90-24
NTIS
NTIS:PB92-132794
DESCRIPTION:
This manual is to help less experienced project managers in requesting appropriate analyses and
interpreting results.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Chemistry, Monitoring, Procedure, Process, QA/QC, Risk, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related,
Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 910/9-90-24; NTIS:PB92-132794
Available Through: NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-REGION 10/PUGET SOUND ESTUARY PROGRAM
SEATTLE, WA
(206) 553-1368
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 11/27/95
SECTION 404 PERMIT REVIEW/ SECTION 404(B)( 1) GUIDELINES
Regulation
DESCRIPTION:
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act establishes a program to regulate the discharge of dredged or
fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands. Activities in waters that are
typically regulated under Section 404 include fills for development, water resource projects
(e.g.,dams and levees), infrastructure development (e.g., highways and airports), and conversion of
wetlands to uplands for farming and forestry. EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jointly
administer the Section 404 program. In addition, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the National
Marine Fisheries Service, and State resource agencies have important advisory roles. The Corps'
evaluates proposed discharges of dredged or fill material using the Section 404(b)(l) Guidelines
developed by EPA. The guidelines contain substantive environmental criteria that reflect
the biological, physical and chemical health of aquatic ecosystems. The basic premise of the
Guidelines is that no discharge of dredged or fill material can be permitted if there is a
practicable alternative that is less damaging to the aquatic environment or if the discharge would
result in significant degradation of our Nation's waters. As such, the Guidelines establish a
sequence for mitigating impacts associated with proposed discharges: applicants must first avoid
wetland impacts by utilizing the least damaging practicable project alternative; unavoidable impacts
must then be minimized to the extent appropriate and practicable, for example, through downsizing or
project reconfiguration; finally, remaining unavoidable impacts must be compensated to the extent
appropriate and practicable through the restoration or creation of similar wetland habitats to
replace the important flood control, water quality, and habitat and/or other functions of the
affected wetlands.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes, Developers; Public
Keywords: Discharge, Permits, Rivers, Streams, Wetland, Section 404; COE/EPA MOU
Additional Information: Regulation
Available Through: Call the contact
Call EPA Wetlands Hotline 1-800-832-7828
Name: TomKelsch Internet Addr.: kelsch.thomas@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands Division/Wetlands and Aquatic Resources Regulatory Branch
Address: USEPA
401 M Street SW(4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-8795 FAX: (202) 260-7546
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STATE WETLANDS CONSERVATION PLANS (SWCP)
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/14/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
As part of the State wetlands grant program, the, EPA makes funds available for the development of
State Wetlands Conservation Plans. A voluntary program. State Wetlands Conservation Plans are
strategies for states, tribes and territories to achieve no-net-loss and other wetland management
goals by integrating both regulatory and cooperative approaches to protecting wetlands. Typically,
many land and water-based activities go unaddressed by public and private wetland programs and
activities which are often limited in scope, not well coordinated, or do not address all of the
problems affecting wetland ecosystems. A SWCP improves government and private sector effectiveness
and efficiency by identifying gaps in wetland protection programs and finding opportunities to make
wetlands programs work even better. Over 40 States, tribes and territories are at various stages
of developing an SWAP'S and have received financial assistance from EPA; implementation of plan
recommendations is underway in California, Tennessee, Washington, Ohio, Oregon, and other States.
EPA continues to encourage the development of SWCPs in the remaining jurisdictions.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Community, Environmental Effects, Grants and Contracts,
Geographical Informeition System, Habitat, Health Effects, Land Use Management, Management,
Policy Analysis, Prevention, Priority Pollutant, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC,
Reporting, Wetland
t
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Reggie Parrish
Internet Addr: parrish.reggie@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands, Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: USEPA
401 M Street SW (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6095 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 07/10/95'
TRIBAL PROGRAM GUIDANCE
DESCRIPTION:
These documents provide guidance directed towards the establishment of water quality programs by
tribal authorities:
oREFERENCE GUIDE FOR WATER QUALITY STANDARDS FOR INDIAN TRIBES. Guidance
issued
by EPA in 1990 on the requirements for adopting water quality standards. Also describes the
materials available to assist Tribes in adopting water quality standards.
oGUIDANCE ON WATER QUALITY STANDARDS AND 401 CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
ADMINISTERED BY INDIAN TRIBES.Guidance issued by EPA in 1991 to inform Tribal governments
about the authorities available to them in setting and enforcing water quality standards.
Tool Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Water Quality Standards
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEP1
Name: FredLeutner
EPA-Qffice of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address. USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/22/94
VOLUNTEER ESTUARY MONITORING: A [METHODS MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. ft EPA 842-B-93-004
DESCRIPTION:
This manual compiles methodologies and techniques used in volunteer monitoring programs for
estuarine waters. The manual describes specific techniques that managers can use to enhance existing
programs or to launch a new volunteer monitoring program
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Estuaries, Management; Monitoring, Policy Analysis, Public Outreach,
Test/Analysis, Training
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 842-B-93-004
Available Through: Call the contact
NCEP1 (see Appendix A)
Name:
USEPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Oceans and Coastal Protection Division/Coastal Management Branch
(202) 260-9082
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Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
WATERSHED PROTECTION: A STATEWIDE APPROACH
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841 -R-95-004
DESCRIPTION:
This guide describes the statewide Watershed Protection Approach (WPA) to Water Quality based
pollution control. It is not technical guidance and does not cover topics such as monitoring or.
permitting issues in detail. Rather, it presents common themes or elements among states that have
adopted or begun the transition to watershed management- states such as Delaware, Idaho, Nebraska,
North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Washington. Chapter 2 describes these common elements.
Chapter 3 addresses the benefits or statewide watershed management, and Chapter 4 discusses how a '
state can begin to implement this approach. Chapter 5 lists references. Additional information
about how ground water protection fits into the approach is presented in Appendix A, and Appendix B
focuses on Nebraska's basin cycle.
Tool Users: Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects^ Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Land Use Management,
Management, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 841-R-95-004
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M. Street, SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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WATERSHED TEXAS
Policy and Planning
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The TNRCC's Office of Water Resource Management is leading an effort to implement a statewide
watershed management approach -Watershed Texas. Watershed Texas is not a new regulatory program,
rather it is a way of operating existing regulatory ahd non-regulatory programs more efficiently
and effectively. It seeks to improve the scientific basis for environmental and public health
management decisions and to increase citizen, and local and regional government participation in the
decision making process.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Management, Procedure, Riparian,
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Mel Vargas
Internet Addr.: mvargas@smtpgate.tnrcc.texas.gov
Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission/Water Resource Management
Water Planning and Assessment
Address: PO Box 13087 (MC 150)
/
Austin, TX 78711-3087
(512) 239-9812 FAX: (512) 239-4410
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WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAMS:
Policy and Planning
. Information Updated On: 08/24/95
TOOLS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440/6-89-003
DESCRIPTION:
This document describes the approaches that local governments can use to manage contaminant sources
within wellhead protection areas. It helps localities identify the issues that must be considered in
developing effective techniques for wellhead protection, discusses potential management tools, and
highlights the key elements in implementing successful programs. The document includes examples of
local government successes in wellhead protection management, from zoning in Mt. Airy, Maryland to
ground water monitoring in Orange County, California. It also discusses several factors that affect
the success of local Wellhead Protection Programs, such as budget and legal issues
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Community, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Management, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 440/6-89-003
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr: hot-sdwa@epmai!.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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Reference Reports and Studies-
includes reports and studies on watersheds/watershed management and other
related matters published by EPA and referral and search services (e.g.,
clearinghouses, hotlines, electronic bulletin boards) developed for watershed related
information/assistance.
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AGRICULTURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-F-93-001
DESCRIPTION: , .
A folder containing four fact sheets that address watershed management and nonpoint source pollution
in agricultural areas. The fact sheets include:!. Our Water Resources And Watershed Protection (EPA
840-F-93-OOI A);2. The Problem Of Nonpoint Source Pollution (EPA 840-F-93-001B);3. Management
Measures For Controlling Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution (EPA 840-93-F-001C); And,4. For Further
Information And Assistance (EPA 840-93-F-00ID).
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Integrated Crop Management, Land Use Management, Management,
NPS Related, Process
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-F-93-001
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW (450IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202)260-9108
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BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR WHEAT
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This document, developed by the National Association of Wheat Growers Foundation with a grant from
EPA, describes 39 Best Management Practices (BJMPs)commonly used in wheat production, and presents
basic principles of resource protection so producers can understand how their operation can
understand how their operation can effect the environment.
Tool Users: Businesses
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Environmental Effects, Hydrology, Integrated Crop Management,
Land Use Management, Management, Nutrients, Prevention, Procedure, Process, Rivers, Streams,
Surface Water
Additional Information: BookTleference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:.
National Association of Wheat Growers Foundation
(202)547-7800
RRS-2
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 07/10/95
CASE STUDIES IN THE USE OF RAPID BIOASSESSMENT PROTOCOLS FOR
THE ASSESSMENT OF BIOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF COMBINED SEWER OVERFLOWS.
DESCRIPTION:
Demonstrates Assesses the applicability of rapid bioassessments (RBAs) in determining the biological
condition of a waterbody impacted by CSOs. RBAs use a series of biological "metrics", or statistics, which
provide information about the biological community; the combination of all the metrics give an
overall "score" of the biological condition of the waterbody. The case studies on streams-in Ohio
and New York indicate that RBAs are well-suited to evaluate their effects of the biota of receiving
streams. This tool will be completed in FY 1995.
Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Monitoring
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: See below
Name: Russell Kinerson
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 097 19/95
A COMMITMENT TO WATERSHED PROTECTION: A REVIEW OF THE CLEAN OF THE
CLEAN LAKES PROGRAM
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841 -R-93-001
DESCRIPTION:
Drawing on interviews with federal, state, and loca) agency representatives and citizens who have
been involved with the Clean Lakes Program, this iteport presents the successes of the program through
using an integrated watershed approach and the principles underlying this success. (52 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Communities, Environmental Effects, Lakes, Management, Process, Public Outreach
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 84 1 -R-93-00 1
Available Through: Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW
(450 IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
FAX: (513) 489-8695
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
COMPENDIUM OF ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT TOOLS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION: ~~
The Compendium of Ecological Risk Assessment Tools is a collection of laboratory bioassay
techniques, field assessment methods, and models developed by EPA laboratories and program offices
to address regulatory and policy needs associated with ecological effects. The Compendium was
designed to provide rapid access to ecological risk assessments tools used throughout the EPA, and
it contains descriptions of more than 140 tools available for carrying out assessments. The
Compendium contains one-to three-page data sheets with a short description of each method or tool;
information regarding its intended and actual uses; information concerning data analysis and
validation; a contact person; and references for more information.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Land Use Management,
Metals, Test/Analysis, Tdxicity, Treatment
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Ron Landy
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Science, Planning and Regulatory Evaluation
Regional Operations Staff
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8105)
Washington, DC 20460-
(202)260-7667
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 08/17/95
CONSUMPTION SURVEYS FOR FISH AND SHELLFISH. A REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
OF SURVEY METHODS.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 822/R-92-001 .
NTIS
DESCRIPTION:
This report was designed as a critical assessment offish tissue consumption rate survey approaches
and methods, and their applicability for estimatingJconsumption rates. Additional information is
provided.to assist federal & state agencies to develop surveys to answer questions and resolve issues
re: fish consumption rates.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Compliance, Disposal, Environmental Effects, Health Effects, Management,
Policy Analysis, Public Outreach, Reporting, Risk, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 822/R-92-001
Available Through: NTISPB92-231539
NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OW/OST
Address: EPA
401 M ST. SW
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-7786
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
DEVELOPMENT DOCUMENTS FOR EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS GUIDELINES AND
STANDARDS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
Individual documents supporting the development of technology based standards for 50+ industrial
sectors-Describes industry (processes, wastewater characteristics), treatment technologies and
process control technologies available to reduce or eliminate wastewater pollutant discharge and
costs associated with those controls. Reference supporting development of permits for industrial
point sources, and providing technical assistance to industry.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Effluent, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, manufaeturing/trtmt. tech
Additional Information: COST: varies; Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS/ERIC
Name: Joseph Vitalis
USEPA-OW/OST
EAD
Address: MC 4303
401 M St. SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7172 FAX: (202) 260-7185
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DRINKING WATER SAMPLING WAIVERS
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 08/30/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 40 CFR 141.24
DESCRIPTION:
Public Water Systems may be allowed to reduce their sampling frequency, if the State determines they
are not vulnerable to contamination. That determination is based on a vulnerability analysis based
on part on the existence and control or pollution sourfces in the watershed.
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Tool Users: Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Drinking Water, Geographical Information System, Hydrology, Monitoring,
NPS Related, NPDES, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Rivers, Spills
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 40 CFR 141.24
Available Through:
Name: Mike Muse.
US Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Drinking Water Standards Division
Address: 401 M Street S.W.
Mail Code 4604
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-3874 FAX: (202) 260-4656
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS DOCUMENTS FOR THE EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS GUIDELINES
AND STANDARDS
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
Individual documents supporting the development of technology based standards for industrial
sectors-supplement development documents with extensive cost analysis and information about economic
capability within the industry. Regulatory impact analyses documents also contain environmental
benefit estimates.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Facilities, Industrial, economics
Additional Information: COST: varies; Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
NTIS/ERIC
Name: Joseph Vitalis
USEPA-OW/OST
EAD
Address: MC 4503
401 M. St. SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7172 FAX: (202) 260-7185
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/29/95
EPA HEADQUARTERS ECOSYSTEM TOOL INVENTORY
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 230-S-95-001
DESCRIPTION:
This document contains a collection of Ecosystem Protection Tools that have been developed by and
are available from EPA Headquarters offices. The purpose of the document is to assist EPA's Ecosystem
Protection Task Force in its characterization of thej present state of the Agency's
ecosystem protection efforts and to inform managers and staff throughout EPA about the ecosystem
tools available. There are 180 tools listed and each listing contains a description of the tool, the
intended users, a tool development section, identified special requirements, intended media of use,
point of contact, and information on how to obtain the tool.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Climate,
Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Community, Compliance, Construction Grant, Cost Benefit Analysis,
Deposition, Discharge, Disposal, Dissolved1 Oxygen, Drinking Water, Effluent, Emissions,
Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation,
Flow Regulation, Forestry, Grants and Contracts, Geographical Information System,
Ground Water, Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Inspection,
Integrated Crop Management, Integrated P£st Management, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Management, Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits,
Pesticides, Point Source(s), Policy Analysis^ Pretreatment, Prevention, Priority Pollutant,
Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, QA/QC, Recycling, Reporting, Restoration, Riparian,
Risk, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spillsj Storm water, Streams, Surface Water,
Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training, Treatment, Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 230-S-95-001
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: John Moses
US-EPA-Office of Policy, Planning, and Evaluation
Address: 401 M Street, SW (2134)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5333
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
FISH AND FISHERIES MANAGEMENT IN LAKES AND RESERVOIRS: TECHNICAL
SUPPLEMENT TO THE LAKE AND RESERVOIR RESTORATION GUIDANCE MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841 -R-93-002
DESCRIPTION: ~
Focuses on the management of fisheries and lake water quality. An important objective of this
manual is to encourage the development of an integrated lake management program that assesses fish,
other biota, the physical and chemical characteristics of the lake habitat, and the associated
watershed as an interdependent unit. (321 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Dissolved Oxygen, Environmental Effects, Habitat, Health Effects,
Hydrology, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management, Mitigation, Procedure, Waste Management
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 841-R-93-002
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401M STREET, S.W (450IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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GROUND WATER RESOURCE ASSESSMENT
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 10/12/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA 813-R-93-003
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides resource management guidance in conducting a ground water resource
assessment. It outlines an assessment process to characterize ground water resources: Regional Hydrologic
setting, Aquifer and Aquifer-System occurrence Water Table and potentiometric surface. Hydraulic
Properties, Confinement and Interaction between Aquifers, Ground Water Recharge and Discharge
Characterization, Ground Water and Surface Water interaction. Ground Water Budget, Chemical and
Physical Characteristics of Aquifers and overlying $nd underlying materials, and Ambient Ground Water
Quality. These components are applied to four resource assessment approaches: Aquifer sensitivity,
Aquifer use, Land use, and Ground Water vulnerability.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Ground Water, Hydrology
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA 813-R-93-003; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Marilyn Ginsberg
US EPA/Office of Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Technical & Information Management Branch
Address: 401 M Street S.W.
Washington, DC 20460-
(202) 260-8804 FAX: (202) 260-0732
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
GUIDANCE FOR WATER QUALITY-BASED DECISIONS: THE TMDL PROCESS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-4-91-001 .
DESCRIPTION.
Provides program policy guidance and procedures for carrying out the water quality planning process
under Section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act. Describes EPA and State policies for identification of
waters needing water quality-based controls, priority-setting and targeting, and development
of pollution control plans, referred to in the Clean Water Act as Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs).
(58 pg.)
Tool Users: Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects,
Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Flow Regulation, Hydrology, Lakes,
Land Use Management, Management, Monitoring, NPS Related, Point Source(s), Process, Rivers,
Streams, Surface Water, TMDL Related, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-4-91-001
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name: '
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M STREET, SW
4503F Attention: Watershed Branch
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-1517
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
A GUIDE TO SELECTED NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL STATISTICS IN THE U.S.
GOVERNMENT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 230-R-93-003
DESCRIPTION:
This Guide is a reference to selected, frequently-sought-after, national-level, time-series
environmental statistics that are compiled and distributed by the US government on a regular basis.
As a starting point, it is a directory to various environmental statistical programs and the data
they collect, but is not intended to supplant information obtained directly form the government
agencies. One-time-only statistical surveys and regional statistical programs that do not represent
the "national picture" were net included in this reference. The statistical programs in the guide
include data related to the stane-of-the-environmdnt (e.g., air and water quality, status of
biotic resources), pressures on the environment (e.g., energy use, mining, transportation, etc.),
human health and welfare issues (e.g., exposure to toxic chemicals), and societal responses to
environmental problems (e.g., pollution abatement expenditures, cleanup of toxic wastes, etc.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms,
Emissions, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Ground Water, Health Effects, Hydrology,
Hydrologic Unit Code. Lakes, Land- Use Management, Monitoring, NPS Related, NPDES
Oceans, Permits, Pesticides, Point Source(s), Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Toxicity,
Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 230-R-93-003
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Policy, Planning, and Evaluation/Environmental Statistics and Information Division
Address: 401 M Street, S.W. (PM-222-B)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-2680
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/18/95
THE LAKE AND RESERVOIR RESTORATION GUIDANCE MANUAL (SECOND EDITION)
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-4-90-006
DESCRIPTION:
Written for informed citizens who are interested in protecting, restoring, and managing lakes.
Focuses on four areas: identifying lake problems, evaluating management practices for addressing
problems or for protecting water quality, developing a site-specific management plan, and
implementing and evaluating lake management plans. Includes a hypothetical case study, point source
techniques, best management practices, and state and provincial lake management programs. (326 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Environmental Effects, Lakes, Point Source(s),
Prevention, Restoration
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-4-90-006
Available Through: Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 07/10/95
METHODS FOR ASSESSING NONPOINT SOURCE CONTAMINATED GROUND
WATER DISCHARGE TO SURFACE WATERS
DESCRIPTION:
This report (EPA 570-0-91-010, April 1991) presents a summary of methods that have been applied to
measure or estimate nonpoint source contaminated ground water discharge to surface water. This
report is intended to broaden understanding of how contaminated ground water discharge can be
a significant source of nonpoint source loading to surface water ecosystems. It provides an overview
of these methods, rather than a "how to" manual
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Localities, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, Ground Water, Hydrology, Nonpoint Source
Related, Public Outreach
Additional Information:
Available Through:
Name: John Simons
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division
(202) 260-7077
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/18/95
MODELING PHOSPHORUS LOADING AND LAKE RESPONSE UNDER UNCERTAINTY: A
MANUAL AND COMPILATION OF EXPORT COEFFICIENTS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-5-80-011
DESCRIPTION:
Presents an illustrated, step-by-step procedure that may be used to quantify the relationship
between land use and lake tropic quality. Aids the analyst in the selection of appropriate export
coefficients and in the interpretation of the results qf an application of this methodology.
Includes a section on estimating non-parametric prediction intervals. (233 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Dissolved.Oxygen, Environmental Effects,
Lakes, Land Use Management, Metals, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-5-80-011
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/18/95
MONITORING LAKE AND IlESERVOIR RESTORATION: TECHNICAL SUPPLEMENT TO
THE LAKE AND RESTORATION GUIDANCE MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-4-90-007
DESCRIPTION:
Explains how to design and implement a lake monitoring program during and following a lake
restoration project. Describes monitoring methods for both the waterbed and the watershed. Provides
recommendations for consistent monitoring methods and quality assurance procedures to assist lake
managers and researchers. Includes a US Geological Survey map illustrating the average annual runoff
in the United States. (130pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Commimities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Deposition, Environmental Effects, Hydrology, Lakes,
Monitoring, Procedure, Restoration, Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-4-90-007
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
Address: 401 M Street, SW (4503F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHY AWARENESS WEEK, NOV. 15-21, 1992 TEACHER'S PACKET
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-F-92-003
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Includes a teacher's handbook, poster and map, hazardous waste chart, and update newsletter. The
theme for 1992 was "Geography: Reflections on Water." Provides information and lesson ideas on a
number of water issues including the hydrologic cycle, conservation, ground water,
wastewater, watersheds, and wetlands.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Biology, Climate, Community, Effluent, Environmental Effects,
Erosion Control, Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Forestry,
Ground Water, Habitat, Hydrology, Lakes, Land Use Management, Management, Rivers, Soil,
Streams, Surface Water, Training, Wetand
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-F-92-003; Course
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW (4501F)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report, or Study
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
NATIONAL STUDY OF CHEMICAL RESIDUES IN FISH. VOLUME I AND II
US.EPA 823-R-92-008 A AND B, SEPTEMBER 1992.
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of selected bioaccumulative pollutants in
fish and to identify correlations with sources of these pollutants. Volume I includes the results
of a screening study of chemical residues in fish taken from polluted waters. Volume II contains
results of a screening study of chemical residues: in fish taken from polluted waters.
Tool Users: States, Localities, Federal Agencies
Keywords: Risk, Toxic Pollutants
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Tom Armitage
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Risk Assessment and Management Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-5388
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
NONPOINT SOURCE WATER QUALITY CONTACTS 1994-95 DIRECTORY
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION: r~
Compilation of contact names in State, Federal and local agencies. Contacts are organized by State
and Program.
Tool Users: Businesses, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Environmental Effects, Public Outreach, Phone Reference
Additional Information: COST: Unknown; Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Internet Addr.: ctic@sage.cc.purdue.edu
Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC)
Address: 1220 Potter Drive, Room 170
West Lafayette, IN 47906-1383
(317) 494-9555.FAX: (317) 494-5969
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ORD'S BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEM (BBS)
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
ORD's Bulletin Board System (BBS) offers an online bibliographic database for searching and
identifying ORD's publications including all of ORD's reports since 1977. The BBS also includes an
electronic messaging system and conferences on ejxpert systems, biotechnology, regional operations,
water regulations and methods standards.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Atmosphere, Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Climate,
Coliforms, Combined Sewer, Community, Compliance, Deposition, Discharge, Disposal,
Drinking Water, Effluent, Emissions, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries,
Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Ground Water, Habitat, Health Effects,
Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Management, Metals, Mitigation, Monitoring, NFS Related, NPDES, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits,
Pesticides, Point Source(s), Procedure, Process, Reporting, Restoration, Riparian, Risk,
Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Spills, Storm water, Streams, Surface Water,
TMDL Related, Toxicity, Training, Treatment, Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Book-'Reference,
Available Through:
Name: Randy Revetta
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Center for Environmental Research Information
Address: 26 West Martin Luther King Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45268
(513)569-7272
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/19/95
POULTRY WATER QUALITY HANDBOOK
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION: '
This handbook, developed by the Poultry Water Quality Consortium with support from EPA, addresses
water quality issues, poultry waste management, poultry mortality management, and other environmental
issues.
Tool Users: Businesses
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Facilities, Waste Generation, Lakes, Land Use Management,
Management, NPS Related, Nutrients, Public Outreach, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
Poultry Water Quality Handbook
(615)751-7297
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
PROTECTING THE NATION'S WETLANDS, OCEANS AND WATERSHEDS: AN
OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS A PHASE I INVENTORY OF CURRENT EPA EFFORTS TO PROTECT
AND ACTIVITIES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-S-92-001
DESCRIPTION:
A overview of the responsibilities, programs and activities carried out by EPA's Office of Wetlands,
Oceans and Watersheds. (20 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Community, Construction Grant,
Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Emissions, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control, Estuaries,
Facilities, Industrial, Facilities, Waste Generation, Forestry, Grants and Contracts,
Geographical Information System, Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code,
Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Pest Management, Lakes, Management, Nutrients,
Oceans, Pesticides, Policy Analysis, Prevention, Procedure, Process, Public Outreach, Recycling,
Reporting, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Sediment, Sludge, Soil, Storm water. Streams, Surface
Water, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, Training, Waste Management, Wetland
Additional Information: Boole/Reference, 840-S-92-001
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW (450IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
RATES, CONSTANTS, AND KINETICS FORMULATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY
MODELING (SECOND EDITION), U.S. EPA 600/3-85/040, JUNE 1985.
DESCRIPTION:
This manual serves as a reference on modeling formulations, constants and rates commonly used in
surface water quality simulations. This manual also provides a range of coefficient values that can
be used to perform sensitivity analyses.
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Tool Users: States, Localities
Keywords: Assessment/evaluation, Environmental Effects, TMDL-related
Additional Information: See below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russell Kinerson,
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 10/12/95
REGIONAL ASSESSMENT OF AQUIFER VULNERABILITY AND SENSITIVITY IN THE
CONTERMINOUS UNITED STATES.
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA/600/2-91/043
DESCRIPTION: ~
Tfhe report provides in a generalized, largely graphical format, a representation of ground water
vulnerability, precipitation distribution, population density, potential well yields, and aquifer
sensitivity for each of the 48 coterminous States. Report has maps for each state.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Ground Water, Hydrology, Maps
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EP A/6CJO/2-91 /043; Training Required '
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Jerry Thornhill
US EPA/Research and Development
RS Kerr Environmental Laboratory
Address: PO BOX 1198
Ada, OK 74820-
(405) 332-8800
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SECTION 319 SUCCESS STORIES
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 841-S-94-004
DESCRIPTION:
This book is a collection of nonpoint source grant (Section 319) success stories. Successful
solutions to a wide variety of nonpoint source pollution problems are conveyed: The examples are
broken down by Region and provide contact names for the projects listed
Too! Users: States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Lakes, NPS Related, Nutrients,
Oceans, Pesticides
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 84I-S-94-004
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
US-EPA-OW/OWOW/AWPD/Nonpoint Source Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7085 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 08/17/95
SEDIMENT CLASSIFICATION METHODS COMPENDIUM
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: EPA823-R-92-006
NTIS
DESCRIPTION.
A compendium of 12 accepted methods for assessing sediment quality and predicting ecological
impacts. QA list of references with contacts for each method is included
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Chemistry, Community, Environmental Effects,
Estuaries,
Habitat, Health Effects, Management, Metals, Monitoring, Pesticides, Procedure, Process,
QA/QC, Reporting, Risk, Sediment, Test/Analysis, TMDL Related, ,
Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, EPA823-R-92-006
Available Through: NTIS #PB93-115186,
NTIS (see Appendix A)
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OW
Water Resources Center
(202) 260-7786
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 10/02/95
SEVENTEEN PEER-REVIEWED ECOLOGICAL RISK CASE STUDIES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 630R-92-005 1630R-94-003
DESCRIPTION:
This tool includes two Risk Assessment Forum-developed reports: Review of Ecological Assessment
Case Studies from a Risk Assessment Perspective (EPA/630/R-92/005) and Review of Ecological
Assessment Case Studies from a Risk Assessment Perspective Volume II (EPA/630/R-94/003). These
reports includes a total of 17 peer-reviewed case studies that explore the relationship between the
ecological risk assessment process as described in the EPA report Framework for Ecological Risk
Assessment (Framework Report; EPA 630/R-92/001) and several types of ecological assessments done by I
EPA and others. . I
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Management, Policy Analysis, Procedure, Process, Risk,
Test/Analysis
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 630R-92-005 | 630R-94-003
Available Through: Order by FAX
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name: William P. Wood . Internet Addr.: wood.william@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Risk Assessment Forum
Address: 401 M Street, SW (MC-8501)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6743
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STORET/BIOS/ODES/WQAS TOOLS INVENTORY
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This document presents an inventory of tools with which the STORET/BIOS/ODES/WQAS user
communities manipulate data. All the systems, databases and tools discussed in the report reside on an IBM
ES 9000 mainframe computer at EPA's National Computing Center in North Carolina. The scope of
the report includes the systems, databases and tools that can be accessed through the EPA mainframe. Input
for the report was obtained from two sources: 1) institutional knowledge of the original user assistance
team; 2) limited surveying and interviews with key users and managers. For each tool .in the survey, the
following characteristics were determined: tool capabilities; tool uses; tool use activity and user types; and
tool links to other systems and databases. The report contains five chapters: 1) Introduction; 2) STOrage
and RETrieval (STORET) System; 3) Biological System (BIOS), 4) Ocean Data EvaluationSystem
(ODES); 5) Water Quality Analysis System (WQAS). Three appendices present comprehensive use
information for the STORET, BIOS, and WQASsystems.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Dissolve;
Oxygen, Hydrologic Unit Code, Oceans, Rivers, Surface Water
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Louis Hoelman
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Monitoring Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7050
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
TOWARD A WATERSHED APPROACH: ANNUAL REPORT 1992
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-S-93-001
DESCRIPTION:
Summarizes activities in EPA Headquarters and Regions to adopt and implement watershed management.
More than 30 project summaries are included. (58pg.)
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Bioassessment, Estuaries, Habitat, Hydrology. Lakes,
Land Use Management, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-S-93-001 ,
Available Through; NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address. 401 M STREET, SW (450IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
WASHINGTON FOREST PRACTICES BOARD MANUAL, "STANDARD METHODOLOGY FOR
CONDUCTING WATERSHED ANALYSIS"
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This manual was created by a. consortium of indiyiduals representing organizations participating in
the Timber/Fish/Wildlife (TWF) Agreement. It is designed to provide a step-by step approach for
performing watershed analysis. The manual includes steps which are required , as well as suggestions
that may improve the watershed analysis process. It leads the members of the team through the steps
to create the resource assessment fora watershed, define problems and sensitivities, produce
management prescriptions, and monitor effectiveness. (95 pg.) + appendices '
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Erosion Control,
Estuaries, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Land Use Management, Monitoring,
NPS Related, Nutrients, Oceans, Permits, Point Source(s), Procedure, Process, Rivers,
Streams, Surface Water, Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference,
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Nancy Charbonneau
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
DNR Forest Practices Division
Address: P.O. Box 47012
Olympia, WA 98504-7012
(206)902-1411
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
THE WATERSHED PROTECTION APPROACH - 1993/94 ACTIVITY REPORT
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-S-94-001
DESCRIPTION:
This document provides a summary of activities EPA has carried out in 1993 and !994 to support the
watershed protection approach and a short discussion on anticipated future directions, In addition,
summaries of watershed projects in which EPA is a stakeholder are included.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Biology, Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Management, Reporting
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-S-94-001
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: 401 M Street
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
THE WATERSHED PROTECTION APPROACH: AN OVERVIEW
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 503-9-92-002
DESCRIPTION: .
Describes the Watershed Protection Approach, a b,asin-wide approach to water protection that
encompasses dynamic ecological relationships. Presents watershed protection programs at various
government levels. (8 pg.)
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology. Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Lakes,
Land Use Management, NPS Related, Point Source(s), Procedure, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water,
Wetland
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 503-9-92-002
Available Through: NCEPI (see' Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW
(450IF)
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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WILDLIFE EXPOSURES FACTORS HANDBOOK
Reference Report or Study
Information Updated On: 09/11/95
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 600/SR-93-187
DESCRIPTION:
The Wildlife Exposure Factors Handbook is a compendium of data and references for conducting
exposure and risk assessments for wildlife species (e.g., selected groups of mammals, birds,
amphibians, and reptiles) exposed to toxic chemicals in their environment. The purpose of the
Handbook 5s to provide a convenient source of information and an analytic framework to facilitate
screening-level risk assessments for common wildlife species..
Too! Users: Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Environmental Effects,
Habitat, Pesticides, Risk, Toxicity
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 600/SR-93-187
Available Through:
NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name; Sue Norton
EPA-Office of Research and Development/Office of Health and Environmental Assessment
Exposure Assessment Group
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (8603)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-6955
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Information Updated On: 09/11/95
XERISCAPE LANDSCAPING: PREVENTING POLLUTION AND USING RESOURCES
WISELY
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 840-B-93-001
DESCRIPTION:
Describes landscaping and gardening methods that promote pollution prevention, water conservation,
and sustainable resources, including public/private partnerships to promote resource efficient
landscaping. (16 pg.)
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Biology, Environmental Effects, NPS Related, Prevention, Procedure, Storm water
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 840-BJ-93-001
Available Through: NCEPI (see Appendix A)
Name:
EPA-OFFICE OF WATER/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
POLICY AND COMMUNICATION STAFF
Address: 401 M STREET, SW (450IF) .
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
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Restoration/Prevention Tools-
includes tools used to rehabilitate, repair, or prevent watershed impairments or
degradations.
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Restoration/Prevention
Information Updated On: 09/15/95
MIGRATORY BIRD CONSERVATION COMMISSION/NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS
CONSERVATION ACT
DESCRIPTION:
The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission (MBCC) was created by the Migratory Bird Conservation
Act
of 1929. It's mission is to acquire appropriate migratory bird habitat lands. The North American
Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA), signed in December of 1989, established the EPA Administrator as
a member of the MBCC. In addition, the NAWCA created an annual funding source for grants based on
partnerships that carry out the Act's mission to protect, enhance, restore and manage wetland
systems for migratory birds and all wetland-dependent species.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, States
Keywords: Bioassessment, Environmental Effects, Grants and Contracts, Habitat, Land Use Management,
Management, Restoration, Wetland, waterfowl, migratory birds
Additional Information:
Available Through:
Name: Marjorie Wesley Internet Addr.: Wesley.Marjorie@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Water/Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds
Wetlands/Wetlands, Strategies and State Programs Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street (4502F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-1905 FAX: (202) 260-8000
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SYNOPTIC MODEL
Restoration/Prevention
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
DESCRIPTION:
Will provide a data intensive quantitative assessment tool to identify priority areas for our four
state region. The purpose of conducting this grosls resolution synoptic model is to provide federal,
state and local resource managers a scientific basis (something better than best
professional judgment but not as expensive or as accurate as empirical analysis), using
non-parametric statistical tests, for making informed decisions about resource allocation,
protection, mitigation, prevention and restoration. The regional synoptic model will integrate
spatially located information within a GIS from biological, hydrological, water quality and toxicity
data bases to determine what watersheds are mostat risk of losing their capacity to function from
the effects of primary stressors (e.g. physical disturbance, or pollutant loading)
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Assessment, Geographical Information System, Risk, Wetland, prioritizing
Additional Information:
Available Through:
Name: Maria Downing
EPA REGION VII/EMCM
ENSV
Address: 726 Minnesota Ave,
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 551-7362 FAX: (913) 551-7863
Internet Addr.: marla@r7dgl4.r07.epa.gov
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Training Tools-
includes training courses, workshops, and conferences that involve lectures and/or
hands-on experience with various ecological and ecosystem principles and
approaches or other related matters.
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Training
Information Updated On: 02/5/96
CATALOGUE OF WATERSHED TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
The catalogue is a collection of educational courses available on watershed topics. The document is
currently in draft, but should be final in the near future.
PURPOSE: The Catalogue has a number of purposes:
- mainly, direct readers to training/education opportunities on watershed protection
- provide summaries and contact information only for training sources consistent with EPA's main
principles of watershed protection
- publicize EPA courses that are consistent with the above
- publicize non-EPA courses that are consistent with the above
- in future versions of the Catalogue, list other educational products such as videos, selected
guidance documents
- be in a format that is easily updated as needed, or even stored on bulletin boards or homepages
- sort the information topically and by key words
One major source of courses was the wildlands hydrology training survey done by the Forest
Service; however, information on EPA training appeared limited in this document. Within EPA, we will
make contact with every branch within the Office of Water to identify all their training courses, videos, key
guidance references, etc. that contain a watershed protection training component. Selected other offices
(OPPE water policy, ORD labs) will be contacted as well. The Community-Based Environmental Protection
training survey is another source of EPA training information and a major collaborator in catalogue
development.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Bioassessment, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Management, Mitigation, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Streams, Surface Water
Available Through: DRAFT; Not available
Name: EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW (4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION CONFERENCE
Training
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
Course
DESCRIPTION:
This three day conference was held on March 14rl6, 1995 in Chicago, IL. The agenda included
concurrent case study sessions, policy discussion groups, poster sessions, break-outs by region and
by aquatic resource type. The workshop provided a national forum for information exchange and a
public, EPA endorsement of ecological restoration as a way to help meet the goals of the Clean Water
Act. Additional regional conferences are expected to be scheduled. No dates or times have been set
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Bioassessment, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Estuaries, Habitat,
Hydrologic Unit Code, Management, Mitigation, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Streams,
Surface Water
Additional Information: Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Order by FAX
Name:
EPA-Qffice of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Watershed Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Training
Information Updated On. 08/15/95
EVALUATION OF DREDGED MATERIAL PROPOSED FOR DISCHARGE IN WATERS OF
THE US-TESTING MANUAL (DRAFT): INLAND TESTING MANUAL
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 823-B-94-002
DESCRIPTION:
The technical guidance in this manual is intended for use by EPA and US ACOE personnel, as well as
dredging permit applicants and other concerned individuals. Key changes to the 1976 protocols include
a 5-tiered approach, sediment quality. Standards, 28-day bioaccumulation testing, comparison
with reference sediment, improved statistics and model applications, and new test organisms. Guidance
is generic and may need local modification. This manual is consistent with procedures for ocean
waters as much as practicable.
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Biology, Bioassessment, Chemistry, Coliforms, Compliance,
Construction Grant, Disposal, Dissolved Oxygen, Erosion Control, Hydrology, Permits,
Policy Analysis, Procedure, QA/QC, Rivers, Sediment, Streams, Test/Analysis, Toxicity,
Training, Treatment, Waste Management
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 823-B-94-002; Training Required
Available Through; Call the contact
Name:
EPA & US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS-OW/OST
WASHINGTON, DC 20460
.(202)260-8085,
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Training
Information Updated On: 08/23/95
GUIDE FOR CONDUCTING CONTAMINANT SOURCE INVENTORIES FOR PUBLIC
DRINKING WATER SUPPLIES
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-014
DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this document is to assist State, Tribal, and local water managers in developing and
refining methods and procedures for inventorying existing and potential sources of contamination
within wellhead protection areas. While the document provides technical assistance on conducting
a contaminant source inventory, someone unfamiliar with an inventory will still be able to use it.
The source identification process described allows State, Tribal, and local water managers to tailor
their identification approach to the needs of the public water systems, the local hydrogeology,
and the type of potential sources of contamination. The document also includes 15 case studies
describing various source inventory methods and procedures used to survey wellhead protection areas
for contamination.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Assessment, Drinking Water, Ground Water, Prevention
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-014
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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Training
Information Updated On: 08/24/95
. GUIDE TO GROUND WATER SUPPLY CONTINGENCY PLANNING FOR LOCAL AND
STATE GOVERNMENTS
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440/6-90-003
DESCRIPTION:
Guide to Ground Water Supply Contingency Planning For Local And State Governments assists States,
Tribes, and communities in establishing, providing, maintaining, and updating certain emergency
response procedures that may become necessary if a partial or total loss of public water supply
service occurs. While the document provides technical assistance on preparing a contingency plan,
someone unfamiliar with this type of plan will still be able to use it. The document describes the
need for contingency planning at all levels of government and its importance to wellhead protection.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Management, Mitigation, Prevention, Contingency Planning
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 440/6-90-003
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline Internet Addr.: hotline-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
Environmental Protection Agency-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington,, DC 20460
(800) 426-4791
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Training
Information Updated On: 07/10/95
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GROUND WATER ECOLOGY
DESCRIPTION:
The Office of Water's Ground Water Protection Division co-sponsored the First International
Conference on Ground Water Ecology in Tampa, Florida on April 26-29, 1992. A Second International
Conference, sponsored by EPA and the American Water Resources Association, was convened from March
27-30,1994, in Atlanta. Georgia. The primary purpose of the conferences was to have ground water
ecologists from around the world provide insight into the current state of knowledge of ground water
ecology and how this knowledge can be used to fbrm the scientific basis of our policies to protect
ground water ecosystems. Additional Ground Water Ecology conferences are expected. No dates or times
have been set at. this time
Tool Users: States, Communities
Keywords: Ground Water, Assessment
Additional Information.
Available Through: American Water Resources Association
Name: John Simons
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
Ground Water Protection Division
(202)260-7091
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Training
Information Updated On. 09/18/95
LAKE RESTORATION: PROCEEDINGS OF A NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 440-5-79-001
DESCRIPTION:
Compilations of presentations from a national conference on lake protection, management, and
restoration issues. (254 pg.)
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Assessment, Environmental Effects, Lakes, Management, Restoration
Additional Information: Book/Reference, 440-5-79-001
Available Through: Call the contact
Name:
US-EPA-Office of Water/OFFICE OF OCEANS, WETLANDS, AND WATERSHEDS
/Watershed Branch/Clean Lakes Program
Address: US-EPA Clean Lakes Program (4503F)
401M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(202) 260-7074 FAX: (202) 260-7024
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Training
Information Updated On: 09/27/95
LAND STEWARDSHIP WATERSHED PLANNING PROCESS
Course
DESCRIPTION:
Stewardship based approach to watershed plannimg based on cooperative, interest based solution. The
too] is Napa RCDs training classes, provided to more than 1000 stakeholders in Western states, to
provide a common vision of cooperative planning to address watershed management.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Community, Land Use Management, Management, Process
Additional Information: COST: $150.00 pp; Course; Training Required
Available Through: Call the contact
Name: Dennis Bowker
Napa County Resource Conservation District
Address: 1303 Jefferson St.
Suite 500b
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 252-4188'FAX: (707) 252-4219
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Training
Information Updated On: 08/23/95
MANAGING GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION SOURCES IN WELLHEAD PROTECTION
AREAS: A PRIORITY SETTING APPROACH
Book/Reference, EPA Pub. #: 570/9-91-023
DESCRIPTION:
Managing Ground Water Contamination Sources in Wellhead Protection Areas: A Priority Setting
Approach (PSA) is a tool for wellhead protection area managers (e.g., water supply managers and
environment department officials). The PSA is an innovative approach for setting source
management priorities by assessing the relative threats to ground water supplies from different
contamination sources within a wellhead protection area. It is not necessary to have knowledge of
risk assessment prior to using the PSA. The method described in the PSA allows potential sources of
contamination to be evaluated based on the relative threat to ground water resources, using
information that should be available. If site-specific data are unavailable, the user will be able
to use default values provided in the manual. The manual will help local managers to prioritize
their source management efforts and will provide a framework to explain management decisions to the
public.
Tool Users: Communities, Localities
Keywords: Drinking Water, Ground Water, Land Use Management, Management, Prevention, Training
Additional Information: COST: Free; Book/Reference, 570/9-91-023
Available Through: Call the contact
Internet Address
Name: Safe Drinking Water Hotline Internet Addr.: hot!ine-sdwa@epamail.epa.gov
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water
. Ground Water Protection Division/Ground Water Resource Protection Branch
Address: 401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
(800)426-4791
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Training
Information Updated On: 09/14/95
THE STATEWIDE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COURSE
Course
DESCRIPTION:
The Statewide Watershed Management Course is designed to acquaint participants with key elements of
a framework for integrating natural resource programs into a comprehensive, watershed management
approach. The course draws heavily on the experience of several states that are developing
or implementing a statewide watershed approach and emphasizes the ability to adapt the scope and
details of this approach to the unique circumstances of each state, tribe, territory or region. The
course is intended for all natural resource agency staff and management who are interested in
evaluating application of a statewide approach to their state, tribe, territory or region
Tool Users: Federal Agencies, States, Tribes
Keywords: Community, Cost Benefit Analysis, Drinking Water, Effluent, Environmental Effects, Estuaries,
Facilities, Industrial, Grants and Contracts, Geographical Information System, Ground Water,
Habitat, Health Effects, Hydrology, Hydrologic Unit Code, Lakes, Management, Monitoring,
NFS Related, NPDES, Permits, Point Source(s), Policy Analysis, Procedure, Process,
Public Outreach, Risk, Surface Water, TMDL Related, Training
Additional Information; COST: NONE; Course
Available Through: Call the contact
Alternate contact: Deborah Nagle, (202)260-2656
Name. GREG CURREY
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wastewater Management
Permits Division/Water Quality and Industrial Permits Branch
Address: 401 M STREET SW (CODE 4203)
WASHINGTON, DC 10640
(202) 260-1718 FAX: (202) 260-1460
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Training
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
STREAMBANK RESTORATION WORKSHOPS
Course
DESCRIPTION: :
A Stream Bank Restoration workshop was held in Region 6 in 1994. The next workshop will be held in
Region 8. The workshop provides hands-on information on how to restore a stream. Additional
conferences are expected. No dates or times have been set at this time.
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Biology, Bioassessment, Habitat, Restoration, Riparian
Additional Information: Course
Available Through: Call for schedule.
Name: Dov Weitman
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds
Assessment and Watershed Protection Division/Nonpoint Source Branch
Address: US-EPA
401 M Street SW(4503F)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-7100
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Information Updated On: 08/30/95
TRAINING IN TMDL DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICABLE MODELS
Course
DESCRIPTION:
The TMDL process is the back bone of the watershed/ecosystem approach to environmental management by
providing the basis on which to allocate pollutant loads among point sources, non-point sources and
background loadings from non-controlled sources such as atmospheric deposition and sediment. TMDLs,
particularly when linked with geographic information systems, enable resource managers to examine
the cumulative effects of pollutant loadings in a watershed and to evaluate the effect of different
strategies (e.g., pollutant reductions, land management, or restoration actions, etc.) on the .
functioning of the aquatic ecosystem and the attainment of aquatic ecosystem goals water quality
standards. This, in turn, maximizes real environmental gains and minimizes the need for unnecessary
regulation. Workshops provide program support and technical guidance for States and EPA Regions to
use in the development of TMDLs. Formal training courses are also provided in the use of SWMM,
QUAL2E, CORMIX, AND PLUMES.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Localities 4
Keywords: TMDL-related
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: NCEPI
Name: Russelt Kinerson
EP A-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Exposure Assessment Branch
Address: USEPA-WPM
401 M Street, SW (4305)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1330
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Training
Information Updated On: 09/06/95
WATER QUALITY STANDARDS ACADEMY/REGIONAL WATER QUALITY
STANDARDS WORKSHOPS
DESCRIPTION:
These training offerings include:
o a formal, 5-day training course developed by EPA in 1992
describing the fundamental regulatory requirements, policies, and interpretative guidance supporting
the national water quality criteria and standards program. It is designed to provide information on
the fundamentals of the program to anyone with 6 months program experience or less; or a series of
multi-regional/State workshops established by EPA in 1985 to provide a forum for discussion of
current operational issues in implementing various aspects of the water quality criteria and
standards program.
Tool Users: States, Federal Agencies, Localities, Academia
Keywords: Training
Additional Information: see below
Available Through: see below
Name: Fred Leutner
EPA-Office of Water/Office of Science and Technology
Standards and Applied Science Division/Water Quality Standards Branch
Address: USEPA -WPM
401 M Street, SW (43 05)
Washington, DC 20460
(202)260-1542
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WATERSHED PROTECTION TECHNIQUES
Training
Information Updated On: 09/08/95
Book/Reference
DESCRIPTION:
This too] is a quarterly Bulletin on Urban Watershed Restoration and Protection Tools. Watershed
Protection publishes technical notes and articles relating to watershed protection
Tool Users: Businesses, Federal Agencies, Communities, Localities, States, Tribes
Keywords: Aquatic Biology, Assessment, Dissolved Oxygen, Drinking Water, Environmental Effects,
Erosion Control, Habitat, Hydrology, Lakes, Monitoring, NPS Related, Nutrients, Oceans,
Public Outreach, Restoration, Riparian, Rivers, Sediment, Soil, Surface Water
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
tmospheric, M-l, OE-3, OE-6, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-19, RRS-22*,
Aquatic Biology/ DCMA-4, DCMA-15, DCMA-16, DCMA-20, DCMA-24, DCMA-25,
DCMA-30, DCMA-32, DCMA-33, DCMA-38, DCMA-40, DCMA-41, DCMA-45, DCMA-46,
DCMA-49, DCMA-50, DCMA-51, DCMA-53, DCMA-54, DCMA-57, DCMA-63, DCMA-64,
DCMA-65, DCMA-66, DCMA-68, DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-4, DB-5, DB-6,
DB-7, EGS-1, EGS-4, EGS-5, EGS-7, EGS-15, EGS-16, EGS-17, EGS-18,
EGS-19, FA-1, FA-3, FA-6, M-l, M-2, M-3, M-6, M-9, M-13, M-15, M-16,
M-25, M-26, OI-2f OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE^12, OE-15, OE-18, PP-1, PP-10,
PP-11, PP-12, RRS-2, RRS-3, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-15,
RRS-17, RRS-18, RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-27, RRS-28, RRS-30, RRS-31, RRS-32,
RRS-34, RRS-35, T-l, T-2, T-3, , T-10, T-14,
Assessment/evaluation, DCMA-2, DCMA-4, DCMA-5,DCMA-6, DCMA-7, DCHA-8,
DCMA-9, DCKA-10, DCMA-12, DCMA-13, DCMA-14, DCMA-15, DCMA-16, DCMA-17,
DCMA-19, DCMA-20, DCMA-21, DCMA-22, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-26, DCMA-27,
DCMA-28, DCMA-29, DCMA-30, DCMA-31, DCMA-32, DCMA-34, DCMA-36, DCMA-38,
DCMA-39, DCMA-39, DCMA-43, DCMA-44, DCMA-45, DCMA-46, DCMA-48, DCMA-49,
DCMA-50, DCMA-51, DCMA-52, DCMA-53, DCMA-54, DCMA-55, DCMA-56, DCMA-57,
DCMA-58, DCMA-59, DCMA-60, DCMA-61, DCMA-62, DCMA-63, DCMA-64, DCMA-65,
DCMA-66, DCMA-67, DCMA-68, DCMA-70, DCMA-71, DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-2,
DB-4, DB-5, DB-6, DB-7, EGS-1, EGS-3, EGS-4, EGS-5, EGS-6, EGS-7, EGS-8,
;-9, EGS-10, EGS-11, EGS-12, EGS-13, EGS-14, EGS-15, EGS-16, EGS-17,
-18, EGS-19, EGS-20, FA-1, FA-2, FA-5, FA-6, M-l, M-2, M-3, M-6, M-7,
, M-10, M-ll, M-12, M-15, M-16, M-17, M-18, M-19,M-20, M-25, M-26,
M-30, M-31, M-32,OE-3, OE-6, OI-2, OI-5, OI-6, OI-7, OE-11, OE-12,
OE-13, OE-15, OE-20, PP-1, PP-4, PP-5, PP-6, PP-7, PP-8, PP-9, PP-10,
PP-11, PP-12, PP-13, PP-14, PP-15, PP-17, PP-20, PP-22, PP-23, PP-24,
RRS-5, RRS-6, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-12, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-15, RRS-16,
RRS-17, RRS-18, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-25, RRS-27, RRS-28, RRS-29, RRS-30,
RRS-32, RRS-34, RRS-35, T-3,T-4, T-6, T-7, T-14,
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Bioassessment, DCMA-9, DCMA-11, DCMA-15, DCMA-20, DCMA-24,
DCMA-25, DCMA-30, DCMA-32, DCMA-33, DCMA-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-45, DCMA-46,
DCMA-50, DCMA-65, DCMA-68, DCMA-73, DB-6, DB-7, EGS-18, EGS-19, FA-5,
FA-6, M-l, M-13, M-16, OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE-12, OE-15, OE-18, PP-12,
PP-17, RRS-5, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-14,RRS-22, RRS-30, RRS-31, RRS-32,
RRS-33, RRS-34, RRS-35, RP-1, T-l, T-2, T-3, T-ll,
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INDEX OF KEVWORDS
Biology, DCl$A-6, DCMA-9, DCMA-11, DCMAJ-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-25, DCMA-41,
DCMA-33, DCMA-34, DCMA-35, DCMA-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-45, DCMA-46, DCMA-49,
DCMA-50, DCMA-51, DCMA-53, DCMA-57, DCMA-64, DCMA-66, DCMA-68, DCMA-71,
DB-5, DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-5,:EGS-7, EGS-15, EGS-16, EGS-18, EGS-19, FA-3,
FA-5, FA-6, M-l, M-2, M-6, M-12, M-13,,M-16, M-26, OE-3, OE-6, OE-11,
OE-12, PP-1, PP-10, PP-12, PP-17, RRS-2, RRS-5, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13,
RRS-14, RRS-15, RRS-17, RRS-18, RRS-19> RRS-22, RRS-28, RRS-30, RRS-31,
RRS-32, RRS-33, RRS-34, RRS-35, RRS-36, T-l, T-2, T-3, T-ll,
Biodiversity
Chemistry, DCMA-2, DCMA-3, DCMA-12, DCMA-18, DCMA-20, DCMA-25, DCMA-30,
DCMA-31, DCMA-34, DCMA-36, DCMA-37, DC^A-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-40, DCMA-41,
DCMA-42, DCMA-43, DCMA-44, DCMA-46, DCMA-54, DCMA-60, DCMA-61, DCMA-62,
DCMA-67, DCMA-69, DCMA-73, DB-6, DB-7,EGS-7, EGS-15, EGS-16, EGS-17,
M-l, M-3, M-6, M-9, M-13, M-14, M-16, M-16, M-17, M-18, M-26, M-27,
M-28, OE-3, OE-6, PP-1, PP-11, PP-17, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-17,
RRS-22, RRS-28, RRS-30, RRS-35, T-3,
Climate, DCMA-24, DCMA-57, DB-3, M-l, OE-3, OE-6, RRS-10, RRS-19,
RRS-22,
Coliforms, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-20, DCMA-31, DCMA-34, DCMA-46,
DCMA-53, DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-6, DB-7, EGS-5, M-l, M-27, M-28, OE-3, OE-4,
OE-18, PP-1, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-30, T*-3,
Combined Sewer, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-25, DCMA-43, DB-2, DB-6, EGS-5,
M-l, M-25, OE-3, OE-6, OE-18, RRS-10, RRS-22,
Communities, DCMA-19, DCMA-20, DCMA-27, DCMA-30, DCMA-32,DCMA-34,
DCMA-57, DCMA-68, OI-6, OE-2, OE-3,OE-6, OE-18, OE-22, PP-10, PP-20,
PP-25, RRS-4, RRS-10, RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-28, T-8, T-10,
Compliance, DCMA-12, DCMA-18, DCMA-25, DCMA-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-40, DB-6,
FA-2, M-l, M-3, M-6, M-12, M-15, M-19, OI-4, OI-8, OE-3, OE-20, OE-21,
OE-22, RRS-6, RRS-10, T-3,
construction Grants, FA-3, OE-3, OE-6, RRS-io, T-3,
Cost Benefit Analysis, DCMA-46, EA-7, OE-3, OE-6, RRS-io, T-10,
Deposition, DCMA-14, DCMA-25, DCMA-29, DCMA-40, DCMA-43, DCMA-49,
DCMA-54, DCMA-72, EGS-7, M-l, M-12, M-17, M-32, OE-3, OE-6, OE-15, PP-7,
PP-14, RRS-10, RRS-18, RRS-22,
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
scharge, DCMA-12, DCMA-18, DCMA-25, DCMA-34, DCMA-37, DCMA-38,
DCMA-39, DCMA-43, DCMA-49, DCMA-55, DCMA-60, DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-6,
DB-7, EGS-7, EGS-16, EGS-17, M-l, M-7, M-ll, M-12, M-18, M-20, M-25,
M-32, OI-4, OI-8, OE-6, OE-9, OE-20, OE-21, OE-22, PP-1, PP-10, PP-19,
RRS-10, RRS-22,
Disposal, DCMA-12, DCMA-25, DCMA-4Q, DCMA-73, DB-6, EGS-7, M-l, OI-2,
OI-4; OE-5, OE-8, OE-20, RRS-6, RRS-10, RRS-22, T-3,
Dissolved Oxygen, DCMA-12, DCMA-20, DCMA-25, DCMA-30, DCMA-31, DCMA-39,
DCMA-46, DCMA-51, DCMA-53, DCMA-67, , DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-3, DB-6, DB-7,
EGS-7, M-l, OE-3, OE-6, OE-18, PP-10, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-17, RRS-24,
RRS-30, T-3, T-14,
Drinking Water, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-27, DCMA-46, DCMA-56, DCMA-73,
DB-7, EGS-17, FA-3, M-l, M-4, M-7, M-27, M-28R, M-30,M-33, OI-l, OE-1,
OE-2, OE-3, OE-6, OE-9, OE-11, OE-16, OE-20, OE-21, OE-22, OE-25, PP-2,
PP-25, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-22, T-4, T-5, T-9, T-10, T-14',
Effluent, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-32, DCMA-37, DCMA-39,
DCMA-43, CMA-48, DCMA-60, DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-6, DB-7, EGS-5,
EGS-7, EGS-16, FA-1, FA-6, M-l, 01-4, OE-3, OE-6, PP-1, PP-10, RRS-7,
RRS-10, RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-27, T-l, T-2, T-10,
issions, DCMA-20, DCMA-39, DCMA-46, DB-6, OE-3, RRS-10, RRS-14,
-22, RRS-24,
vironmental Effects, DCMA-2, DCMA-5,DCMA-8, DMCA-9, DCMA-10, DCMA-11,
DCMA-13, DCMA-15, DCMA-16, DCMA-17, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-26, DCMA-29,
DCMA-30, DCMA-32, DCMA-33, DCMA-34, DCMA-35, DCMA-37, DCMA-38, DCMA-39,
DCMA-40, DCMA-45, DCMA-48, DCMA-49, DCMA-50, DCMA-51, DCMA-54, DCMA-57,
DCMA-58, DCMA-59, DCMA-60, DCMA-63, DCMA-64, DCMA-65, DCMA-66, DCMA-68,
DCMA-70, DCMA-71, DB-2, DB-3, EA-1, EGS-1, EGS-3, EGS-4, EGS-5, EGS-6,
EGS-7, EGS-8,EGS-10, EGS-11, EGS-12, EGS-13, EGS-14, EGS-15, EGS-16,
EGS-18, EGS-19, EGS-20, FA-1, FA-2, FA-5, FA^6, M-l, M-2, M-3, M-6,
M-7, M-9, M-ll, M-12, M-13, M-14, M-16, M-17, M-18, M-19, M-20, M-25,
M-30, M-32, OE-3, OE-4, OE-5, OE-6, OE-7, OE-11, OE-13, OE-15, OE-20,
OE-21, OE-22,01-3, OI-4, OI-5, OI-7, PP-1, PP-4, PP-7, PP-8, PP-10,
PP-12, PP-13, PP-14, PP-15, PP-16, PP-17, PP-20, PP-23, PP-24, RRS-1,
RRS-2, RRS-4, RRS-5, RRS-6, RRS-9, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13, RRS-14,
RRS-15, RRS-16, RRS-17, RRS-18, RRS-19, RRS-21, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-24,
RRS-25, RRS-27, RRS-29, RRS-32, RRS-33, RRS-34, RRS-35, RRS-36, RP-1,
T-l, T-2, T-7, T-10, T-14,
Erosion Control, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-46, DB-2, DB-4, DB-6, M-l, M-22,
M-32, OI-4, OE-3, OE-5, RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-28,RRS-32, T-3, T-14,
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
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Estuaries, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-20,j. DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-30,
DCMA-33, DCMA-34, DCMA-39, DCMA-40, qCMA-42, DCMA-45, DCMA-49, DCMA-50,
DCMA-52, DCMA-57, DCMA-58, DCMA-59, D.CMA-62, DCMA-64, DCMA-7D, DCMA-72,
DB-2, DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-5, EGS-7, EGS-J15, EGS-16, EGS-19, FA-3, FA-6,
M-l, M-12, M-13, M-14, M-32,'OI-2, OE-3, OErl3, P.P-12, PP-15, PP-22,
RRS-5, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-28, RRS-31, RRS-32,T-1, T-2,
T-10,
Facilities Industrial, DCMA-25, DCMA-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-46, DCMA-49,
DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-6, FA-1, FA-2, M-13, OE-3, OE-21, OE-22, PP-16,
RRS-7, RRS-9, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-24, T-10,
Facilities Waste Generation, DCMA-25, DCMA-38, DCMA-40, DCMA-46, FA-l,
FA-2, M-l, M-13, M-18, OE-3, OE-6, OB-20, OE-21, OE-22, PP-10, PP-16,
RRS-7, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-23,
Flow Regulated, DCMA-46, DB-6, M-l, M-30, M-32, OE-3, OE-6, RRS-.10,
RRS-13, RRS-24,
Forestry, DCMA-46, DCMA-73, DB-7, EGS-3, EGS-4, M-l, M-32, OE-3, OE-5,
PP-10, RRS-10, RRS-19, FlRS-24,
Geographical Information System, DCMA-2, DCMA-21, DCMA-24, DCMA-46,
DCMA-52, DCMA-54, DCMA-73, DB-7, M-l, M-13, M-16, M-22, OE-3, OE-7,
OE-18, PP-10, PP-20, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-24, RP-2, T-10,
Grants and contracts, DCMA-46, DB-4, FA-2, FA-5, OE-3, OE-6, PP-io,
PP-20, RRS-10, RRS-24, RP-1, T-10,
Ground Water, DCMA-14, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-27, DCMA-38, DCMA-46,
DCMA-55, DCMA-73, DB-7, EA-1, EGS-9, FA-4, M-l, M-4, M-7, M-10, M-ll,
M-13, M-17, M-18, M-27, M-28, M-31, M-33, OI-4, OE-1, OE-2, OE-3, OE-6,
OE-7, OE-8, OE-9, OE-ll, OE-12, OE-15, OE-16, OE-20, OE-21, OE-22,
OE-25, PP-2, PP-6, PP-25, RRS-12, RRS-14, RRS-16, RRS-19, RRS-22,
RRS-25, T-4, T-5, T-6, T-9, T-10,
Habitat, DCMA-5, DCMA-9, DCMA-16, DCMA-20, DCMA-30, DCMA-32, DCMA-34,
DCMA-40, DCMA-49, DCMA-57, DCMA-63,DCMA-68, DB-6, EGS-5, EGS-7, EGS-17,
EGS-18, EGS-19, FA-3, M-l, M-14, M-26, M-30, 01-8, OE-3, OE-6, OE-ll,
OE-13, OE-17, PP-12, PP-17, PP-20, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-19, RRS-22,
RRS-24, RRS-28, RRS-31, RRS-35, RP-1, T-l, T-2, T-10, T-ll, T-14,
Health.Effect, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-20, DCMA-30, DCMA-34, DCMA-38,
DCMA-39, DCMA-40, DCMA-f>3, DCMA-56, DCMA-57, , DCMA-68, DB-6, EGS-5,
EGS-17, EGS-19, EGS-20, M-l, OE-3, OE-6, OE-ll, OE-13, OE-20, OI-5,
PP-1, PP-4, PP-11, PP-20, RRS-6, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-14, RRS-22,
RRS-24, RRS-28, T-10, -
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
ydrology, DCMA-2, DCMA-14, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-28, DCMA-33, DCMA-38,
DCMA-46, DCMA-51, DCMA-54, DCMA-55, DCMA-63, DCMA-64, DCMA-71, DCMA-72,
DCMA-73, DB-6, DB-7, FA-5, FA-6, M-l, M-7, M-ll, M-12, M-13, M-16,
M-17, M-18, M-19, M-20, M-27, M-28, M-29, M-30, M-32, M-33, OI-4, OE-3,
OE-6, OE-7, OE-11, OE-13, OE-15, OE-20, PP-10, PP-23, RRS-2, RRS-8,
RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-12, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-16, RRS-18, RRS-19,
RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-24, RRS-30, RRS-31, RRS-32, T-3, T-10, T-14,
Hydrologic Unit Codes, DCMA-25, DCMA-46, DCMA-64, DCMA-68, DB-6, FA-1,
FA-5, M-l, M-13, M-16, M-32, OE-3, OE-6, PP-23, RRS-10, RRS-22, RRS-24,
RRS-30, RRS-32, T-l, T-2, T-10,
Inspection, DCMA-46, DCM-56, DCMA-56, DCMA-65A DCMA-71, DB-6, OI-4,
OE-3, PP-16, RRS-10, RRS-14,
Integrated Crop Management, DCMA-19, DCMA-46, FA-5, M-l, OE-3, OE-6,
PP-10, RRS-1, RRS-2, RRS-10, RRS-24,
Integrated Pest Management, EGS-16, FA-5, M-l, OE-3, OE-6, PP-10,
RRS-10, RRS-22, RRS-24,
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Lakes, DCMA-16, DCMA-24, DCMA-32, DCMA-51, DCMA-52, DCMA-63, DCMA-64,
"LCMA-65, DCMA-67, DCMA-70, DB-2, DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-5, EGS-7, EGS-15,
rGS-16, EGS-17, EGS-19, FA-1, FA-3, FA-5, FA-6, M-l, M-12, M-13, M-16,
-M-17, M-18, M-32, OE-3, OE-4, OE-6, pE-11, OE-12, OE-13, OE-15, OE-17,
PP-10, RRS-4, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-17, RRS-18, RRS-19,
RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-24, RRS-27, RRS-31, RRS-32, RRS-34, T-7, T-10, T-14,
Land use and Management, DCMA-1, DCMA-16, DCMA-19, DCMA-24,DCMA-25,
DCMA-27, DCMA-33, DCMA-34, DCMA-51, DCMA-61, DCMA-63, DCMA-64, DCMA-72,
DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-4 , DB-7, EGS-5, EGS-7, FA-1, FA-5, FA-6, M-l, M-13,
M-16, M-19, M-20, M-22, M-27, M-28, M-32, OE-1, OE-3, OE-4, OE-6, OE-11,
OE-12, OE-13, OE-14, OE-16, OE-25, 01-4, 01-6, PP-3, PP-10, PP-20,
PP-23, RRS-1, RRS-2, RRS-5, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-17,
RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-31, RRS-32, RRS-34, RP-1, T-8, T-9,
Management, DCMA-13, DCMA-18, DCMA-20, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-33,
DCMA-34, DCMA-39, DCMA-40, DCMA-54, DCMA-57, DCMA-60, DCMA-64, DCMA-72,
DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-3, DB-4, DB-7, EGS-4, EGS-7, EGS-17, EGS-21, FA-4,
FA-5, M-4, M-19, M-30, M-32, OE-2, OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE-14, OE-16,
OE-22, OI-2, 01-3, OI-4, 01-6, PP-2, PP-10, PP-11, PP-16, PP-20, PP-22,
PP-24, PP-25, RRS-1, RRS-2, RRS-4, RRS-6, RRS-10, RRS-11, RRS-13,
RRS-19, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-24, RRS-28, RRS-29, RRS-33, RP-1, T-l, T-2,
T-5, T-7, T-8, T-9, T-10,
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
Metals, DCMA-7, DCMA-9, DCMA-25, DCMA-30, DCMA-31, DCMA-36, DCMA-38,
DCMA-42, DCMA-46, DCMA-S3, DCMA-57, DCMA-62, DCMA-63 , DCMA-64, DCMA-71,
DCMA-73, DB-6, DB-7, EG8-1, EGS-4, EGS-7, EGS-10, EGS-15, EGS-16,
EGS-17, EGS-18, FA-1, M-l, M-2, M-3, M-6, M-7, M-12, M-15, M-16, M-17,
M-20, M-22, M-25, M-26, M-28, M-29, 0E-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE-12, OE-20,
PP-1, PP-11, PP-13, RRS--5, RRS-10, RAs-17, RES-22, RRS-28,
Mitigation, DCMA-38, DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-10, EGS-17, EGS-19, FA-3 , M-30,
01-4, OE-3, OE-6, OE-7, OE-11, OE-13 , OE-14, PP-4, PP-10, PP-12, RRS-22,
T-l, T-2, T-S,
Model (S), OE-13, M-ll, M-30, PP-4, PP-10, RRS-10, RRS-11,
Monitoring, DCMA-2, DCMA-3, DCMA-10, DCMA-11, DCMA-12, DCMA-16, DCMA-18,
DCMA-20, DCMA-21, DCMA-22, DCMA-25, DDMA-31, DCMA-31, DCMA-32, DCMA-38,
DMCA-41, DCMA-40, DCMA-43, DCMA-44, DCMA-46, DCMA-49, DCMA-53, DCMA-54,
DCMA-S6, DCMA-57, DCMA-61, DCMA-62, DCMA-65, DCMA-67, , DCMA-69,
DCMA-70, DCMA-72, DCMA-73, DB-5, DB-^6, DB-7 , EGS-4 , EGS-5, EGS-7 ,
EGS-17, EGS-18, EGS-19, FA-2, FA-6, M-7, M-9, M-12, M-13, M-16, OI-3,
OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE-13, PP-1, PP-10, PP-11, PP-15, PP-18, PP-22,
P»RS-3, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-18, RRS-22, RRS-28, RRS-32,
T-10, T-14,
Nonpoint Source Related, DCMA-7, DCMA,-12, DCMA-18, DCMA-19, DCMA-25,
DCMA-27, DCMA-32, DCMA-34, DCMA-36, DCMA-40, DCMA-51, DCMA-61, DCMA-62
DCMA-64, DCMA-69, DCMA-73, DB-4 , DB-6, DB-7, EGS-17, EGS-19, FA-5, FA-6,
M-l, M-6, M-9, M-12, M-13, M-22, M-25, M-29, M-32, OI-2, OI-3, OI-4,
OE-3, OE-4, OE.-5, OE-6, OE-11, OE-12, OE-13, OE-15, OE-18, OE-19, PP-1,
PP-3, PP-10, PP-12, RRS-1, RRSrS, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-16,
RRS-22, RRS-2 3, RRS-27, RRS-32, RRS-34, RRS-36, T-10, T-14,
NPDES, DCMA-37, DCMA-39, DCMA-49, DCMA-55, DCMA-67, DCMA-73, DB-6, DB-7,
EGS-1, EGS-7, EGS-8, EGS-16, EGS-17, EGS-19, EGS-20, M-l, M-12, M-13,
M-15, M-25, M-29, OI-4, OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, PP-1, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-14,
RRS-22, T-'-lO,
nutrients, DCMA-7, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-42, DCMA-51, DCMA-61, DCMA-62,
DCMA-73, DB-2, DB-4, DB-6, DB-7, EGS-1, EGS-7, EGS-17, EGS-19, M-l,
M-12, M-13, OI-2, OI-4, OE-3, OE-6, OE-11, OE-13, PP-1,PP-10, PP-12,
RRS-2, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-22, RRS-23, RRS-24, RRS-27, RRS-32, T-14,
Oceans, DCMA-8, DCMA-24, DCMA-25, DCMA-30, DCMA-49, DCMA-50, DCMA-68,
DCMA-70, EGS-1, EGS-15, EGS-16, FA-3, FA-6, M-l, M-13, M-16, OE-3, OE-6,
OE-12, OE-13, OE-15, PP-1, PP-10, PP>-12, PP-15, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-22,
RRS-24, RRS-27, RRS-30, RRS-32, T-14,
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INDEX OF KEYWORDS
emits, DCMA-1, DCMA-12, DCMA-14, DCMA-25, DCMA-37, DCMA-39, DCMA-40,
DCMA-73, DB-7, EGS-1, EGS-8, EGS-16, EGS-17, M-l, M-3, M-6, M-12, M-13,
M-15, OI-4, OI-7, OI-8, OE-3, OE-6, OE-13, OE-14, OE-15, PP-1, PP-19,
RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-22, RRS-32, T-3, T-10,
Pesticides, DCMA-4, DCMA-6, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-27, DCMA-30, DCMA-40,
DCMA-46, DCMA-50, DCMA-54, DCMA-57, DCMA-61, DCMA-62, DCMA-67, DB-3,
DB-6, EGS-8, M-6, M-7, M-12, M-19, M-20, M-26, OE-3, OE-4, OE-6, OE-12,
PP-1, PP-10, PP-11, RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-14, RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-27,
RRS-28, RRS-35,
Point Sour06(3), DCMA-25, DCMA-32, DCMA-34, DCMA-38, DCMA-40, DCMA-49,
DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-16, EGS-17, EGS-19, FA-1, FA-2, FA-6, M-l, M-3, M-6,
M-9, M-12, M-25, M-27, M-28, M-29, 01-4, OE-3, OE-6, OE-15, PP-16,
RRS-8, RRS-10, RRS-13, RRS-14, RRS-15, RRS-22, RRS-32, RRS-34, T-10,
Policy Analysis, DCMA-15, DCMA-49, DCMA-54, EA-1, EGS-4, OE-3, OE-6,
OE-11, OE-13, PP-5, PP-9, PP-11, PP-16, PP-17, PP-20,PP-22, RRS-6,
RRS-24, RRS-29, T-3, T-10,
Pretreatment, M-7, OE-3, PP-1, PP-4, RRS-10, RRS-10,
Prevention, DCMA-14, DCMA-19, DCMA-25, DCMA-27, DCMA-53, EGS-1, EGS-19,
FA-4, FA-5, M-4, M-33, OI-l, 01-4, OI-7, OE-1, OE-2, OE-3, OE-6, OE-13,
14, OE-15, OE-16, OE-20, OE-22, PP-2,PP-10, PP-20, PP-25, RRS-2,
iS-10, RRS-15, RRS-24, RRS-36, T-4, T-5, T-9,
Priority Pollutant, DCMA-6, DCMA-7, DCMA-12, DCMA-22, DCMA-30, DCMA-34,
DCMA-35, DCMA-40, DCMA-46, DCMA-53, DB-6, EGS-1, EGS-15, EGS-16, M-26,
OE-3, OE-6, PP-1, PP-20, RRS-10,
Procedure, DCMA-2, DCMA-6, DCMA-10, DCMA-20, DCMA-25, DCMA-30, DCMA-32,
DCMA-34, DCMA-35, DCMA-38, DCMA-39, DCMA-46, DCMA-54, DCMA-57, DCMA-66,
DB-5, DB-6, EA-1, EGS-4, EGS-15, EGS-16, M-l, M-25, M-26, M-32, OI-2,
OE-3, OE-6, PP-9, PP-16, PP-18, PP-20, PP-23, PP-24, RRS-2, RRS-10,
RRS-11, RRS-18, RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-28, RRS-29, RRS-32, RRS-34, RRS-36,
T-3, T-10f
Process, DCMA-2, DCMA-10, DCMA-20, DCMA-30, DCMA-33, DCMA-34, DCMA-54-,
DCMA-57, DCMA-69, DB-5, DB-6, EGS-4, EGS-21, M-2, M-ll, OI-2, OE-3,
OE-6, OE-12, PP-18, PP-20, PP-23, RRS-1, RRS-2, RRS-4, RRS-10, RRS-13,
RRS-22, RRS-24, RRS-28, RRS-29, RRS-32, T-8, T-10,
Public Outreach, DCMA-19, DCMA-27, DCMA-33, DCMA-34,DCMA-68, DCMA-73,
DB-6, DB-7, FA-2, M-3, 01-4, 01-6, OE-3, OE-4, OE-5, OE-6, OE-9, OE-11,
OE-13, OE-14, OE-16, OE-17, OE-18, OE-20, OE-22, OE-24, OE-25, PP-3,
PP-10, PP-20, PP-22, PP-23, RRS-4, RRS-6, RRS-10, RRS-16, RRS-21,
RRS-23, RRS-24, T-10, T-14,
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