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Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-3: Turbidity/Transparency

by Rhonda Janke Rebecca Moscou G. Morgan Powell

PK13W3

This test measures cloudiness or light-scattering effect of suspended materials in water. Clay, silt,algae and microorganisms will affect the turbidity reading.

Revision Date: Jun 2006

Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-5: Phosphorus

by Rhonda Janke Rebecca Moscou G. Morgan Powell

PK13W5

High levels of total phosphorus are routinely found in silt-laden runoff from agricultural fields. Establish grass buffer strips to filter sediment that carries phosphorus.

Revision Date: Jun 2006

Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-1: Overview of Water Testing

by Rhonda Janke Rebecca Moscou G. Morgan Powell

PK13W1

Basic water quality tests and measures: what to test and why; how to collect samples; pros and cons of test kits vs. lab analyses; and where to order supplies.

Revision Date: Jun 2006

Phosphorus and Water Quality in Kansas

by Daniel L. Devlin David A. Whitney Kent A. McVay

MF2463

Phosphorus is essential for crop plant growth. It can move into surface waters & cause impairments of normal uses. Phosphorus is primarily a surface water quality problem, not groundwater.

Published Date: Aug 2000

Water Primer: Part 5, Water Law

by Danny H. Rogers G. Morgan Powell Kerri Ebert

MF3024

Highlights the main features of water law in Kansas, including common law principles and legislation at the state and federal levels. It includes changes to water law enacted in 2012. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Jan 2013

Agency Authority and Responsibilities for Water in Kansas

by Daniel W. Kahl Benjamin P. Windholz

MF3110

Explains the various agencies with responsibilities for water use in Kansas. Includes a chart of responsibilities and contact information. 4-page, 2-color.

Published Date: Feb 2014

Environmental Regulation Guide for Rural Kansans

by Peter Tomlinson et al.

MF2890

Laws and regulations, which may affect landowners, can be confusing. This guide is intended as an introduction to laws and regulations with which landowners may need to comply. It should help the reader identify basic regulatory concepts and find where to go for compliance information. Includes agency contact information. 8-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Jun 2017

Water Primer: Part 1, Overview

by Kerri Ebert G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers

MF3020

Publication describes sources and uses of water in Kansas. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2012

Water Primer: Part 2, The Hydrologic Cycle

by Kerri Ebert G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers

MF3021

The hydrologic cycle is nature’s water purification system. Its three main components are evaporation, precipitation, and runoff. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2012

Shock Chlorination for Private Water Systems

by G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers

MF911

Shock chlorination involves disinfecting a well & plumbing system & sometimes gravel pack & nearby aquifer. Chlorine is the disinfectant because it is available,inexpensive, & has residual effect.

Revision Date: Jul 2005

Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-6: Total Coliform and E. coli Bacteria

by Rhonda Janke Rebecca Moscou G. Morgan Powell

PK13W6

Total coliform refers to a broad class of bacteria that are readily cultured from water or environmental samples. This indicates contamination in drinking water.

Revision Date: Jun 2006

Glossary of Water Terms

by G. Morgan Powell Kerri Ebert

MF2730

Waste Management Learning Center: Definitions of terms used in managing water quality. 8-page.

Published Date: Aug 2007

Restoring a Flooded Well to Service

by G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers Judith M. Willingham

MF2733

If flood water overtopped a well casing, polluted water and sediment likely entered the well and disinfection is essential. Equipment must be dried, cleaned, and checked.

Published Date: Jun 2006

Atrazine Herbicide: A Water Quality Concern for Kansas

by Daniel L. Devlin David L. Regehr

MF2461

Atrazine herbicide runoff is entering Kansas surface waters. The maximum contaminant level (MCL) for atrazine had been set at an annual average of 3 parts per billion (ppb).

Published Date: Aug 2000

Best Management Practices for Nitrogen

by Daniel L. Devlin David A. Whitney Ray E. Lamond

MF2202

Use optimum nitrogen amounts, apply no more than necessary. Use the right source of nitrogen for situation. Apply nitrogen at the right time, either as one application or split applications.

Published Date: Apr 1996