Were developed for the statewide assessment of surface waters. The Water Quality Index (WQI) 1 is similar to the Trophic State Index (TSI) in that both See a water quality problem happening? Report it here. Search our library of water-related documents, maps, websites, videos and organizations Use this calendar to find opportunities for recreation, volunteering, and citizen participation See monitoring results and learn how they are monitored.īe informed about important water-related news with implications in Sarasota County and elsewhere The abundance of bay scallops is an indicator of water quality. Learn about techniques for capturing and using rainwater to reduce stormwater pollution and flooding while creating attractive landscapes Hurricanes, tropical storms and heavy rainfall can occur any time in Sarasota County, making YOUR property subject to flooding Learn how Sarasota County and its co-permittees manage stormwater to minimize surface water pollution Learn about Sarasota Bay's water quality, habitats and ecology, and recreational activitiesĪ virtual visit to 38 points of interest on the creek and in its watershedĪ virtual paddling trip to 20 interesting places in and around the creek The hotspot analysis provides a quick view of where pollutant concentrations are much higher or lower than the Sarasota County averageĮxplore the Gulf of Mexico's natural wonders, recreation, and water quality View the latest rainfall amounts, radar-based rainfall estimates, or near-realtime rainfall data Learn about water quality conditions that are of special concern to beachgoers, boaters, and fisherman, and how to find out the latest statusĮxplore water quality status and trends in Sarasota County's 8 major bay systems and their watershedsĮxplore water quality status and trends in 17 coastal creeks and their watershedsĭiscover the beauty and importance of seagrass habitats, and sign up to help monitor their health

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