Storm Water

Due to strong southwest winds, St. Mary's water was pushed upstream into stormwater drainage basin. Water was turbid from river wave action. The actual drainage from the stormwater pipe was negligible. Chemical analysis likely reflects the river water and not the stormwater.

St. Mary's river water was flowing/blowing back into the stormwater drainage area, bringing mats of floating green algae, scum and wood debris. Minnows and green frogs were observed in water.

Brown attached algae observed at the location.

Someone dumps waste at this location.

Minnows present. Raccoon tracks on bank. Invasive Purple loosestrife on trail. Cardboard in water via stormwater drain.

Yard waste recently dumped at trailhead, including bags of lawn clippings and lilac branches. This waste blocks trail access on one side.
Brown Algae observed at the location.
Oily sheen was below sample site, green frog, mallard duck with 2 ducklings

Accessible area.
Brown Algae observed at the location.

The location is safe to access.
Brown Algae observed at the location.

No hazards.
Stormwater is a pollution source in the immediate surroundings.
Pair of geese with goslings.

No hazards.
Stormwater is a pollution source in the immediate surroundings.
Mallard ducks in vicinity