The HCSWCD is dedicated to protecting water quality
through lake and
stream monitoring, our
volunteer water monitoring
program, aquatic invasive species monitoring,
water stewardship,
stormwater, free
water quality presentations
and alternative septic system
information.
Lake Monitoring
From June-August, 21 Hamilton County lakes are monitored for a
spectrum of parameters. The purpose of the program is to
collect data over an extended period of time to keep a watchful eye
out for changes. Lakes monitored include
The State of Hamilton County Lakes a
Statistical Analysis of Water Quality Trends 1993-2003
Alkalinity Raw Data 2004-2010
Aluminum Raw Data
2004-2010
Calcium Raw Data
2004-2010
Chlorophyll A Raw
Data 2004-2010
Nitrates Raw Data
2004-2010
pH Raw Data 2004-2010
Secchi Raw Data
2004-2010
Total Phosphorus Raw
Data 2004-2010
Lake Adirondack Weed Survey
Stream Monitoring
Stream health is assessed using benthic macroinvertebrates. These
organisms are sensitive to pollution, and changes in their community
may reflect a problem.
Stream Monitoring Reports
Biological Stream Assessment 2000
Biological Stream Assessment 2003
Biological Stream Assessment 2005
Biological Stream Assessment 2007
Biological Stream Assessment 2009
Coliform Report
Coliform Assessment 2004
Volunteer Water Monitoring
Program
The purpose of this program is to identify possible sources of
shoreline pollution that may not be seen in the HCSWCD's lake
monitoring results. Volunteers are trained to use the monitoring
equipment, analyze water samples for pollutants, and survey for
invasive plants. Contact the HCSWCD if you would like to
become a volunteer at 518-548-3991 or hcswcd@frontiernet.net.
Water Quality
Presentations
Conservation Educator Caitlin Stewart offers free presentations
concerning aquatic invasive species, watershed stewardship, lake and
stream monitoring, and lake trends. Contact the HCSWCD office to
schedule a free water quality presentation for your group,
organization, or school Outdoor labs available.
Water Stewardship
Shoreline Management booklet
Property Owner's Self
Evaluation Guide
Save That Lake brochure
22 Ways to Love
your Lake poster
Lake Friendly
Fertilizers poster
Water Monitoring brochure
Alternative Septic Systems
Fact
Sheet
Stormwater
Stormwater Regulations and the
Construction Industry brochure
Stormwater Management Guide for Local Officials
Stormwater brochure
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