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• 1. [Article] Streamflow restoration priority areas

  Abstract -- The Water Resources Department and the Department of Fish and Wildlife jointly identified priority areas for streamflow restoration in basins throughout the state. These priority areas represent ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Streamflow restoration priority areas Abstract -- The Water Resources Department and the Department of Fish and Wildlife jointly identified priority areas for streamflow restoration in basins throughout the state. These priority areas represent watersheds in which there is a combination of need and opportunity for flow restoration to support fish recovery efforts under the Oregon Plan for Salmon and Watersheds. WRD is focusing its efforts under the Oregon Plan on these priority areas. Title: Streamflow restoration priority areas Abstract -- The Water Resources Department and the Department of Fish and Wildlife jointly identified priority areas for streamflow restoration in basins throughout the state. These priority areas represent watersheds in which there is a combination of need and opportunity for flow restoration to support fish recovery efforts under the Oregon Plan for Salmon and Watersheds. WRD is focusing its efforts under the Oregon Plan on these priority areas. Close

• 2. [Article] Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan: An Adaptive Approach

  Abstract -- The Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan contains a Watershed Assessment section which includes information on landscape factors, built environment conditions, flow and hydrology, physical habitat, ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan: An Adaptive Approach Abstract -- The Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan contains a Watershed Assessment section which includes information on landscape factors, built environment conditions, flow and hydrology, physical habitat, water quality, biological communities, problems and opportunities, key limiting factors, and high priority areas and actions. The report also includes information on priority reaches, goals and objectives, criteria development, proposed projects and actions, public involvement and education, and action plan implementation. Title: Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan: An Adaptive Approach Abstract -- The Johnson Creek Watershed Action Plan contains a Watershed Assessment section which includes information on landscape factors, built environment conditions, flow and hydrology, physical habitat, water quality, biological communities, problems and opportunities, key limiting factors, and high priority areas and actions. The report also includes information on priority reaches, goals and objectives, criteria development, proposed projects and actions, public involvement and education, and action plan implementation. Close

• 3. [Article] The Effects of Villwok's Ford on Native and Exotic Fishes of Rickreall Creek

  Abstract -- Rickreall Creek is a 4th order tributary of the Willamette River in Polk County, Oregon (Mattson and Gallagher 2001). Previous fish sampling had indicated a high percentage of exotic fishes ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Effects of Villwok's Ford on Native and Exotic Fishes of Rickreall Creek Abstract -- Rickreall Creek is a 4th order tributary of the Willamette River in Polk County, Oregon (Mattson and Gallagher 2001). Previous fish sampling had indicated a high percentage of exotic fishes in the lower portion of the creek (Altman 1997) and in an upstream reservoir (Chastain et. al. 2002). However, within the mainstem, exotic fishes (with the exception of planted juvenile coho) are absent above Villwok's Ford, the lowermost barrier on the creek at about river km 12.7 (Chastain et. al. 2002). A 1995 CH2MHill survey noted the ford was a culvert and not passable while Mattson and Gallagher (2001) found water flowing over the ford and fish passage "appeared possible". Because the ford appears to violate Oregon statutes regarding fish passage at man-made barriers, but may paradoxically provide benefits by excluding exotic fishes, we initiated a study of the ford and of a variety of fishes to determine the seasons and conditions during which the ford was a barrier to fish passage. Title: The Effects of Villwok's Ford on Native and Exotic Fishes of Rickreall Creek Abstract -- Rickreall Creek is a 4th order tributary of the Willamette River in Polk County, Oregon (Mattson and Gallagher 2001). Previous fish sampling had indicated a high percentage of exotic fishes in the lower portion of the creek (Altman 1997) and in an upstream reservoir (Chastain et. al. 2002). However, within the mainstem, exotic fishes (with the exception of planted juvenile coho) are absent above Villwok's Ford, the lowermost barrier on the creek at about river km 12.7 (Chastain et. al. 2002). A 1995 CH2MHill survey noted the ford was a culvert and not passable while Mattson and Gallagher (2001) found water flowing over the ford and fish passage "appeared possible". Because the ford appears to violate Oregon statutes regarding fish passage at man-made barriers, but may paradoxically provide benefits by excluding exotic fishes, we initiated a study of the ford and of a variety of fishes to determine the seasons and conditions during which the ford was a barrier to fish passage. Close

• 4. [Article] Phillips Creek Watershed Assessment

  Abstract -- Watershed Assessments for the Grande Ronde River Subwatersheds are being prepared for the Grande Ronde Model Watershed Program. This Watershed Assessment addresses the Phillips Creek Watershed ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Phillips Creek Watershed Assessment Abstract -- Watershed Assessments for the Grande Ronde River Subwatersheds are being prepared for the Grande Ronde Model Watershed Program. This Watershed Assessment addresses the Phillips Creek Watershed located near Elgin, Oregon. Phillips Creek is a relatively small watershed (4th order HUC – Hydrologic Unit Classification) containing about 33 square miles or slightly over 24,000 acres. Phillips Creek empties into the Grande Ronde River in Elgin. It is an intermittent stream in some reaches, but water flows year around in other reaches. In this Assessment the main emphasis is on the nonfederal lands. The USDA Forest Service – Umatilla National Forest recently completed a watershed assessment on the National Forest area that includes Phillips, Cabin, Gordon and Dry Creeks. For more complete information on watershed condition on federal lands, please refer to the Umatilla National Forest’s Phillips-Gordon Ecosystem Analysis (PGEA). This assessment will describe the Phillips Creek watershed and help to identify the stream processes and features that are working well, and those that are not. Information that is already available from state and federal agencies as well as from private sources (including people that live in the area) will be used. Several public meetings were held to obtain information and insights from people that live in the area. The assessment will identify human’s positive and negative influences to the immediate stream environment. The assessment should provide enough information to develop project plans and monitoring plans that will help to protect and improve water quality and fish habitat in Phillips Creek and its tributaries. This assessment includes a description of Phillips Creek Watershed, historical conditions assessment, channel habitat type classification, hydrology and water use, riparian assessment, wetlands assessment, sediment sources assessment, channel modification assessment, water quality assessment, water rights assessment, fish and fish habitat assessment, upland conditions assessment – Forest, upland conditions assessment – Range, developed area assessment, noxious weeds assessment, and a watershed condition evaluation. Title: Phillips Creek Watershed Assessment Abstract -- Watershed Assessments for the Grande Ronde River Subwatersheds are being prepared for the Grande Ronde Model Watershed Program. This Watershed Assessment addresses the Phillips Creek Watershed located near Elgin, Oregon. Phillips Creek is a relatively small watershed (4th order HUC – Hydrologic Unit Classification) containing about 33 square miles or slightly over 24,000 acres. Phillips Creek empties into the Grande Ronde River in Elgin. It is an intermittent stream in some reaches, but water flows year around in other reaches. In this Assessment the main emphasis is on the nonfederal lands. The USDA Forest Service – Umatilla National Forest recently completed a watershed assessment on the National Forest area that includes Phillips, Cabin, Gordon and Dry Creeks. For more complete information on watershed condition on federal lands, please refer to the Umatilla National Forest’s Phillips-Gordon Ecosystem Analysis (PGEA). This assessment will describe the Phillips Creek watershed and help to identify the stream processes and features that are working well, and those that are not. Information that is already available from state and federal agencies as well as from private sources (including people that live in the area) will be used. Several public meetings were held to obtain information and insights from people that live in the area. The assessment will identify human’s positive and negative influences to the immediate stream environment. The assessment should provide enough information to develop project plans and monitoring plans that will help to protect and improve water quality and fish habitat in Phillips Creek and its tributaries. This assessment includes a description of Phillips Creek Watershed, historical conditions assessment, channel habitat type classification, hydrology and water use, riparian assessment, wetlands assessment, sediment sources assessment, channel modification assessment, water quality assessment, water rights assessment, fish and fish habitat assessment, upland conditions assessment – Forest, upland conditions assessment – Range, developed area assessment, noxious weeds assessment, and a watershed condition evaluation. Close

• 5. [Article] White River Watershed Assessment

  Abstract -- This Assessment has been undertaken by the White River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District. It is the intent of this Assessment to provide ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: White River Watershed Assessment Abstract -- This Assessment has been undertaken by the White River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District. It is the intent of this Assessment to provide a reference point from which the stakeholders in the White River Watershed, those who live and work in the watershed, can continue to plan for the health of its lands and waters into the future. The assessment contains sections on: a watershed description, settlement and development, stream flow and water rights, irrigation and water management, runoff and erosion, water quality, channel types, riparian and wetlands conditions, aquatic habitat, upland habitat, and evaluation. Title: White River Watershed Assessment Abstract -- This Assessment has been undertaken by the White River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District. It is the intent of this Assessment to provide a reference point from which the stakeholders in the White River Watershed, those who live and work in the watershed, can continue to plan for the health of its lands and waters into the future. The assessment contains sections on: a watershed description, settlement and development, stream flow and water rights, irrigation and water management, runoff and erosion, water quality, channel types, riparian and wetlands conditions, aquatic habitat, upland habitat, and evaluation. Close

• 6. [Article] Mosier Valley Groundwater Conservation Action Plan: Concept Paper

  Abstract -- This concept paper attempts to describe a groundwater conservation action plan to reverse the overdraft of groundwater in the Mosier Valley, allowing for sustainable use of the resource, and ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Mosier Valley Groundwater Conservation Action Plan: Concept Paper Abstract -- This concept paper attempts to describe a groundwater conservation action plan to reverse the overdraft of groundwater in the Mosier Valley, allowing for sustainable use of the resource, and conservation of all natural resource values in the Mosier Valley, including homeownership, agriculture, stream flows, and fish and wildlife habitat. Title: Mosier Valley Groundwater Conservation Action Plan: Concept Paper Abstract -- This concept paper attempts to describe a groundwater conservation action plan to reverse the overdraft of groundwater in the Mosier Valley, allowing for sustainable use of the resource, and conservation of all natural resource values in the Mosier Valley, including homeownership, agriculture, stream flows, and fish and wildlife habitat. Close

• 7. [Article] Calapooia River Watershed Assessment

  Abstract -- The Calapooia River Watershed Assessment characterizes past and current watershed conditions and evaluates opportunities for improvements in the watershed, particularly for fish habitat and ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Calapooia River Watershed Assessment Abstract -- The Calapooia River Watershed Assessment characterizes past and current watershed conditions and evaluates opportunities for improvements in the watershed, particularly for fish habitat and water quality. The assessment will aid the Calapooia Watershed Council (Council) in identifying opportunities and priorities across all land uses for voluntary watershed restoration projects and education. The assessment includes information on historical conditions, social, economic, and land use conditions, vegetation, wetlands, stream flow and water use, fish population and aquatic habitat, water quality, key wildlife habitats and populations, and recommendations for Restoration and Protection. Title: Calapooia River Watershed Assessment Abstract -- The Calapooia River Watershed Assessment characterizes past and current watershed conditions and evaluates opportunities for improvements in the watershed, particularly for fish habitat and water quality. The assessment will aid the Calapooia Watershed Council (Council) in identifying opportunities and priorities across all land uses for voluntary watershed restoration projects and education. The assessment includes information on historical conditions, social, economic, and land use conditions, vegetation, wetlands, stream flow and water use, fish population and aquatic habitat, water quality, key wildlife habitats and populations, and recommendations for Restoration and Protection. Close

• 8. [Article] Squaw Creek Monitoring Project #97-211

  Abstract -- The project included watershed education of 400 students; water quality monitoring of water flow, temperature, dissolved oxygen, bacteria, and macro-invertebrates; riparian surveys; fish surveys; ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Squaw Creek Monitoring Project #97-211 Abstract -- The project included watershed education of 400 students; water quality monitoring of water flow, temperature, dissolved oxygen, bacteria, and macro-invertebrates; riparian surveys; fish surveys; and thermal infrared monitoring and color videography in the Squaw Creek sub-basin from 1997 through 2000. Reports on Squaw Creek watershed research, performed by USFS and ODFW during the same time period, are appended. Title: Squaw Creek Monitoring Project #97-211 Abstract -- The project included watershed education of 400 students; water quality monitoring of water flow, temperature, dissolved oxygen, bacteria, and macro-invertebrates; riparian surveys; fish surveys; and thermal infrared monitoring and color videography in the Squaw Creek sub-basin from 1997 through 2000. Reports on Squaw Creek watershed research, performed by USFS and ODFW during the same time period, are appended. Close

• 9. [Article] Thermal Transition in Small Streams Under Low Flow Conditions

  Abstract -- This analysis uses a simple steady-state model to estimate the time required for a column of water, representative of a typical stream, to change temperature when moved from one environment ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Thermal Transition in Small Streams Under Low Flow Conditions Abstract -- This analysis uses a simple steady-state model to estimate the time required for a column of water, representative of a typical stream, to change temperature when moved from one environment to another. Title: Thermal Transition in Small Streams Under Low Flow Conditions Abstract -- This analysis uses a simple steady-state model to estimate the time required for a column of water, representative of a typical stream, to change temperature when moved from one environment to another. Close

• 10. [Article] Tillamook Watershed Water Quality Monitoring

  Abstract -- For one year, regular monitoring for bacteria, total suspended solids, nutrients, and temperature was undertaken in each of the five rivers that flow into Tillamook Bay. Intensive storm sampling ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Tillamook Watershed Water Quality Monitoring Abstract -- For one year, regular monitoring for bacteria, total suspended solids, nutrients, and temperature was undertaken in each of the five rivers that flow into Tillamook Bay. Intensive storm sampling was also undertaken during six rain storm events. This report documents results. Title: Tillamook Watershed Water Quality Monitoring Abstract -- For one year, regular monitoring for bacteria, total suspended solids, nutrients, and temperature was undertaken in each of the five rivers that flow into Tillamook Bay. Intensive storm sampling was also undertaken during six rain storm events. This report documents results. Close