Tims Ford Lake Water Quality Testing

Preliminary Program for 2003

Purpose --

Reliabile quantitative CHEMICAL Analysis
Reliable Indications of e-coli Levels -- in water during 2002 -- Monthly

Approach --

TVA Methods used as Benchmark
Simplifiecation of test procedures
Select 20 - 25 Locations. Each team covers 4-6 locations.
Select Four Teams of 5-6 persons.
Minimum 2-3 persons per sampling and analysis team.
Each team will use the exact same methods and test procedures.

Test Procedures --

All samples to be taken only on or near the surface (unless anomalies are found).
Field Tests and Kits include:

Water Temperature, Acidity (pH), Visibility, Nitrate, (Alk) Fix (stabilize) Dissolved Oxygen samples, Collect sample for home analysis.

Home Analyses --

Finish Dissolved Oxygen Analysis.
Run Phosphate and Alkalinety tests with TVA Kits.

Reporting --

Monthly forms (tabulations) to Bill Riehl (3-5 days)
Tabulated results reviewed with Team and Bill Riehl
Quarterly Summary presented to TFC Board and Membership
Semi-Annual Report to Membership, Government Agencies and General Public.