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Nitrate concentrations and potential sources in the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards aquifer and its contributing zone, Central Texas

Fact Sheet 2011-3035
In cooperation with the City of Austin, City of Dripping Springs, Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District, Lower Colorado River Authority, Hays County, and Travis County
By: , , and 
https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20113035

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Abstract

The area contributing recharge to Barton Springs is undergoing rapid growth, accompanied by increased generation of wastewater. This study found that nitrate, a major component of wastewater and a nutrient that can degrade water quality, has increased in Barton Springs and the creeks that provide its recharge.

Suggested Citation

Mahler, B., Musgrove, M., Herrington, C., 2011, Nitrate concentrations and potential sources in the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards aquifer and its contributing zone, Central Texas: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2011-3035, 4 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20113035.

ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)

ISSN: 2327-6916 (print)

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Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Nitrate concentrations and potential sources in the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards aquifer and its contributing zone, Central Texas
Series title Fact Sheet
Series number 2011-3035
DOI 10.3133/fs20113035
Year Published 2011
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Contributing office(s) Texas Water Science Center
Description 4 p.
Country United States
State Texas
Other Geospatial Central Texas
Online Only (Y/N) N
Additional Online Files (Y/N) N
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