Project Detail

Rush Creek (BL01) Watershed Planning

Purpose

Watershed plan update 2010. The Rush Creek Watershed is approximately 154,478 acres in size and consists of 551 miles of streams and rivers. The topography of the watershed consists of steeply wooded hillsides with narrow ridgetops and valleys. Rock outcrops along the bluffs facing the Mississippi River are a common sight in the watershed. Stream valleys and ridgetops with scenic vistas now contain many seasonal and permanent homes.

Objective

Watershed specified for planning and assessment purposes. Assessment of water quality condition in this respective county will use protocols described in WisCALM of the year of assessment. Minimum assessment work includes biological data (macroinvertebrates, fish indices), chemistry and habitat data. Additional work includes identification of priorities and goals, creating recommendations for actions, and updating narratives for watersheds and waterbodies. Assessments are to be double checked by at least one additional biologist.

Project Type

Water Quality Planning

Project Sub Type

Targeted Watershed Plans

Project ID

BL01_WTPLAN

Year Started

2009

Status

Complete

Reports and Documents

BL01 Watershed Tables