Potential sources for the high nitrate levels in Stillhouse Hollow Spring

Creator

Martha Turner

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Publication Date

January 2005

Abstract

High nitrate levels were observed in Stillhouse Hollow Spring. These levels are of concern for aquatic life. Deformed salamanders were found in the spring run, and although the cause for the deformity is unknown, parameters with abnormal levels are being investigated and those levels are reduced where possible. To reduce nitrates, the source must be identified. Lawn fertilizer appears to be the most likely source of nitrates, while leaking sanitary sewer lines and bat guano are not major contributors. Open Access See Extended description for more information.

Keywords

Stillhouse Hollow Spring (Texas, United States), Environment, Resource Management

Type

Text

Language

English

Publisher

City of Austin Watershed Protection and Development Review Department

Identifier

K26-03259

Recommended Citation

Turner, Martha, "Potential sources for the high nitrate levels in Stillhouse Hollow Spring" (2005). KIP Data Sets and Technical Reports. 108.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/kip_data/108