Devils River monitoring

Project Description

Spring ecosystem, salamander monitoring; Continue the streamflow gage operation on Dolan Creek for at least 10 years; Add at least one more groundwater well recorder and ensure location in best areas; Re-establish TCEQ water quality recorder; Improved ability to evaluate effects of pumping on Devils River flow and springs in the Devils River basin; Water budget in the Devils River basin, including the full area of groundwater contribution to the basin; Understanding and modeling of aquifer flow paths in the upper Devils River; Better understanding of flow reduction effects on Devils River minnow and other biota and water quality

Conservation Area

Devils River

NFCA Objectives

Project Hierarchy: 1
Estimated Cost Range: ~$100,000 - $200,000
Project Submitted By: Ryan Smith
Suggested Contact: Ryan Smith

Effective conservation of aquatic and riparian habitats.

TNC

TNC

Project Status

  • Suggested
  • Ongoing
  • Completed

Project Location

Devils River