Open-File Report 2008–1269
AbstractThe National Park Service is developing a monitoring plan for the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in southeastern Missouri. Because of concerns about the release of lead, zinc, and other metals from lead-zinc mining to streams, the monitoring plan will include mining-related metals. After considering a variety of alternatives, the plan will consist of measuring the concentrations of cadmium, cobalt, lead, nickel, and zinc in composite samples of crayfish (Orconectes luteus or alternate species) and Asian clam (Corbicula fluminea) collected periodically from selected sites. This document, which comprises a protocol narrative and supporting standard operating procedures, describes the methods to be employed prior to, during, and after collection of the organisms, along with procedures for their chemical analysis and quality assurance; statistical analysis, interpretation, and reporting of the data; and for modifying the protocol narrative and supporting standard operating procedures. A list of supplies and equipment, data forms, and sample labels are also included. An example based on data from a pilot study is presented. |
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Schmitt, C.J., Brumbaugh, W.G., Besser, J.M., Hinck, J.E., Bowles, D.E., Morrison, L.W., and Williams, M.H., 2008, Protocol for monitoring metals in Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri: Version 1.0: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008–1269, 42 p.
Abstract
Introduction
Purpose and Scope
Sampling Design
Methods
Operational Requirements
Procedure for Revising the Protocol and Archiving Previous Versions of the Protocol
Standard Operating Procedure 1: Preparation for Sampling, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 2: Collecting, Processing, and Preparing Samples of Crayfish and Asian Clams, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 3: After the Field Collections, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 4: Data Management, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 5: Data Analysis, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 6: Reporting, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 7: After the Field Season, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Standard Operating Procedure 8: Revising the Protocol, Version 1.0 (July 28, 2008)
Acknowledgments
References Cited