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Currents LCRA.org November 2007

Colorado River Watch Network
Volunteers celebrate 15 years of service as water quality monitors


This year marks the 15th year LCRA has been involved with the Colorado River Watch Network (CRWN) – a sophisticated system of more than 300 volunteer monitors at 100 sites along the Colorado River.

The River Watch Network supports volunteers who monitor the water quality of the Colorado River. The network collects data from these sites and analyzes it, creating an early warning system that alerts LCRA to potential water quality threats.

The network also strives to educate students and citizens about how their actions can improve water quality.

Learn more about the network.

 

 

Collecting water samples
Volunteer monitors collect water samples, test on site for a suite of water quality parameters and submit their data online.
Water quality testing Volunteer monitors conduct water quality tests to provide a snapshot of river conditions.
Volunteer opportunities available Volunteer monitors have the opportunity to attend annual workshops where water quality professionals offer presentations and hands-on training.