Federal Government
Use Case: Water Quality Testing
Sure-BioChem Laboratories (SBL) collaborated with a federal agency responsible for managing and conserving natural resources and lands in the United States. This agency monitors thousands of locations, overseeing dams, reservoirs, national parks, and monuments. One specific location in Montana faced long-term water quality deviations in its aquatic systems, necessitating a detailed assessment and monitoring program.
Goal
The primary goal was to collect physico-chemical data to assess the aquatic system's water quality and provide trend data for monitoring quality deviations. This was essential to understanding the impact of various activities along the water system, which were increasing disruptive runoff and consequently decreasing the water quality.
Our Challenge
The main challenge faced during this project was reaching the sampling locations, which were subject to strong mid-stream currents. Ensuring the sampling team's safety and maintaining the samples' integrity in such conditions required meticulous planning and execution.
Our Insight
It was observed that activities along the water system significantly contributed to disruptive runoff, which decreased the water quality in the aquatic system. Continuous monitoring was crucial to identify and mitigate these impacts effectively.
Our Results
- Sample Collection: SBL analysts conducted comprehensive sample collections for physico-chemical measures at the sampling site. Despite the challenging conditions, we established collection protocols to ensure the samples' integrity and the samplers' safety.
- Data Analysis: The meticulous analysis of the physico-chemical data provided updated and crucial water quality measures at the collection site. This data was instrumental in understanding the current state of the water quality and in making informed decisions on conservation efforts.
- Trend Monitoring: SBL's collection and testing services ensured that the client had access to critical values from physico-chemical measures. This data was essential for trending the changes in water quality at the site, enabling the agency to promptly monitor and respond to any deviations.
Conclusion
Sure-BioChem's meticulous approach to sample collection and analysis helped the federal agency manage and monitor the water quality of an important aquatic system in Montana. By overcoming the challenges of strong mid-stream currents and providing reliable trend data, SBL played a crucial role in supporting the federal agency's conservation efforts.
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