The Problem of Sediment in Water for Fish

Summary


Building roads increases the silt and sand in rivers and streams. The author evaluates the effects of water-borne sediments on aquatic communities. Sediment control plans must be developed around the life history of aquatic life.

 

Date Published:  January 01, 1992
Publisher:  Ontario Government, Ministry of Natural Resources
Author:  Science and Information Resources Division

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ISSN # 0846-6106

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