Background Information
When doing any water sampling test, it is important to record certain information
about the sampling site and observations of the site. It is not required to submit
this information to the project but it will be important to have when interpreting
the results. If you would like to share this information with other project participants,
please submit it through the Discussion
Area.
Name and location of the river, stream, lake or pond tested.
Latitude, longitude, and altitude of the water test site.
Date and time of water sampling.
Weather conditions at the time of sampling and, if appropriate, recent weather
conditions (i.e. day after a big rain storm.)
Condition of the river, stream, lake or pond. For example, does it appear
to be polluted with any debris or matter? Are there any fish or plants in the
water? Is there a lot of algae growing in it?
Color and odor of the water.
What is the general clarity or amount of suspended material in the water? For example, is the water clear,
cloudy, or muddy? Can you see many suspended particles floating in the water? NOTE: The optional turbidity test
will provide you with a more accurate reading.
Any other observations that you think are interesting or significant.