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- Title
- Core Drilling and Analysis: City of Sarasota, Downtown Well Field.
- Creator
- Campbell, Kenneth M. (Kenneth Mark), Scott, Thomas M., Green, Richard C.
- Abstract/Description
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The Florida Geological Survey, in cooperation with the U.S. Geological Survey and the city of Sarasota, drilled and analyzed a deep core hole located at the Sarasota Downtown Well Field. The investigation focused on the Neogene and Paleogene lithostratigraphy and the Floridan aquifer system. A lithologic description for the core was genereated utilizing a binocular microscope.
- Date Issued
- 1995
- Identifier
- 37045261, fgcu_swfe_0401, AAA3774 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Core Drilling Project: Lee, Hendry and Collier Counties.
- Creator
- Green, Richard C., Campbell, Kenneth M. (Kenneth Mark), Scott, Thomas M., Florida Geological Survey
- Abstract/Description
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In June 1988, the Florida Geological Survey and the South Florida Water Management District entered into a contract to conduct a joint project in Lee, Hendry and Collier counties. The objectives of this project were to increase the geologic/hydrogeologic well data available in these counties, to translate existing lithologic descriptions of wells within the district to computer format and to add this data to the District computer data base. These objectives were met by the translation of over...
Show moreIn June 1988, the Florida Geological Survey and the South Florida Water Management District entered into a contract to conduct a joint project in Lee, Hendry and Collier counties. The objectives of this project were to increase the geologic/hydrogeologic well data available in these counties, to translate existing lithologic descriptions of wells within the district to computer format and to add this data to the District computer data base. These objectives were met by the translation of over 180 existing well logs to computer format, by drilling and evaluating the data for six cores, and merging all of this data with the existing FGS and District computer data bases.
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- 1990
- Identifier
- 25643418, fgcu_swfe_0263
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Data bases for use in fish and wildlife mitigation planning in Tampa Bay, Florida: project summary.
- Creator
- Fehring, William K., Quammen, Millicent L., Greiner Engineering, Inc, United States, United States, National Wetlands Center (Slidell, La.)
- Abstract/Description
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This report summarizes the history, objectives, activities, and results of a 3-year cooperative project to improve the data base available for making decisions regarding port development and wildlife habitat management in Tampa Bay. In addition, the report describes situations in which the study methods, results, and products might be used to improve management and development decisions regarding fish and wildlife resources in the bay. Individual projects which have generated separate...
Show moreThis report summarizes the history, objectives, activities, and results of a 3-year cooperative project to improve the data base available for making decisions regarding port development and wildlife habitat management in Tampa Bay. In addition, the report describes situations in which the study methods, results, and products might be used to improve management and development decisions regarding fish and wildlife resources in the bay. Individual projects which have generated separate products such as maps, booklets, and reports are described.
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- 1986
- Identifier
- 28546149, fgcu_swfe_0302
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Data Management, Analysis, and Exchange Strategy.
- Creator
- Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program (Fla.)
- Abstract/Description
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This document describes the data management strategy for the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program. It identifies data gaps and needs, and suggests actions to fill information gaps and encourage data exchange. It includes information on web sites, geographical information systems, CD-ROM data, newsletters and reports.
- Date Issued
- [1999], 1999, 1999
- Identifier
- 49693776, fgcu_swfe_0504, AAA4539 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Data on Ground-Water Quality with Emphasis on Radionuclides, Sarasota County, Florida.
- Creator
- Sutcliffe, Horace., Miller, R. L. (Robert Lind)
- Abstract/Description
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The radiochemical data presented in this report were acquired by selective sampling and logging of existing wells and new wells as they were drilled between January 1976 and April 1979. Wells selected for radiochemical sampling were those open to specific water-bearing zones or those which were sampled at specific depths as they were drilled. These samples were analyzed for radium-226 and occasionally for radium-228, and for major ions. Borehole geophysical logging techniques that were used...
Show moreThe radiochemical data presented in this report were acquired by selective sampling and logging of existing wells and new wells as they were drilled between January 1976 and April 1979. Wells selected for radiochemical sampling were those open to specific water-bearing zones or those which were sampled at specific depths as they were drilled. These samples were analyzed for radium-226 and occasionally for radium-228, and for major ions. Borehole geophysical logging techniques that were used to determine the water-bearing zones were gamma ray, caliper, electrical resistivity, temperature, and conductivity.
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- 1981
- Identifier
- 07525588, fgcu_swfe_0380, AAA3898 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Deep Artesian Aquifers of Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Lee County, Florida.
- Creator
- Boggess, Durward H., O'Donnell, T., Sanibel (Fla.), Board of Commissioners of Lee County (Fla.), Geological Survey (U.S.)
- Abstract/Description
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During the time that the desalination plant has been in operation, questions have been raised by water-management agencies concerning the ability of the deep artesian aquifers underlying Sanibel and Captiva Islands to continue supplying the water needed to meet the increasing demand with a salinity low enough for the desalination plant to operate effectively. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the water-supply potential of the deeper aquifers. During the 24-month investigation ...
Show moreDuring the time that the desalination plant has been in operation, questions have been raised by water-management agencies concerning the ability of the deep artesian aquifers underlying Sanibel and Captiva Islands to continue supplying the water needed to meet the increasing demand with a salinity low enough for the desalination plant to operate effectively. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the water-supply potential of the deeper aquifers. During the 24-month investigation (October 1975-1977) an important objective was to locate and inventory all existing wells that tapped the deep artesian aquifers. Except for a few, all known wells were found. Water levels and water samples were obtained at the wells. No test wells were drilled as part of this investigation, although one observation well was drilled on Sanibel Island as part of a countywide monitoring network.
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- 1982
- Identifier
- 08449580, fgcu_swfe_0479, AAA3889 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- The Demographic, Political, and Administrative Setting.
- Creator
- Feiss, Carl.
- Abstract/Description
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This report sets forth the cultural context, including sociologic, economic, and political aspects, in which decisions affecting Rookery Bay, Florida will be made. It includes alternatives; recommendations; population and employment; land ownership; governmental decisionmaking agencies; planning; citizen environmental activities; development pressures and impacts; protection; and the political climate.
- Date Issued
- 1973
- Identifier
- 08211156, fgcu_swfe_0494, CC12015790 University Microfilms International, AAA3928 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Demonstration of Large-Scale Reintroduction of the Southern Bay Scallop to Tampa Bay, Florida: final report, January 17, 1996.
- Creator
- Blake, Norman J., Tampa Bay National Estuary Program, University of South Florida
- Abstract/Description
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The southern bay scallop, Argopecten irradians concentricus, is one of the only non-finfish species to support a large, although rapidly declining, recreational interest in the state of Florida. Bay scallops, which require good water quality, had all but disappeared from Tampa Bay by 1963. Recent studies have indicated that sections of Tampa Bay may once again be capable of supporting viable bay scallop populations. These scallops were seeded to several areas of the bay and also placed at...
Show moreThe southern bay scallop, Argopecten irradians concentricus, is one of the only non-finfish species to support a large, although rapidly declining, recreational interest in the state of Florida. Bay scallops, which require good water quality, had all but disappeared from Tampa Bay by 1963. Recent studies have indicated that sections of Tampa Bay may once again be capable of supporting viable bay scallop populations. These scallops were seeded to several areas of the bay and also placed at various locations in the bay in cages. The purpose of this project was to attempt to increase the population of the southern bay scallop in Tampa Bay by providing spawning stocks to various locations throughout the eastern portion of the bay.
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- 1996
- Identifier
- 39882987, fgcu_swfe_0363, AAA3762 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Demonstration of Littoral Zone Habitat Restoration Alternatives (Designs) Adjacent to an Industrial Waterway: Gandy Bridge, Tampa Bay, Florida.
- Creator
- Tampa Bay National Estuary Program
- Abstract/Description
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This Early Action Plan Demonstration Project was proposed to demonstrate the ecological results of littoral zone habitat restoration adjacent to industrial waterways. Specific objectives of the project included: providing a visual demonstration of several methods to create or retrofit and restore littoral zone habitat in industrial waterways which have been hardened by vertical sea walls; providing information to industries, ports, local citizens, and municipalities within the Tampa Bay...
Show moreThis Early Action Plan Demonstration Project was proposed to demonstrate the ecological results of littoral zone habitat restoration adjacent to industrial waterways. Specific objectives of the project included: providing a visual demonstration of several methods to create or retrofit and restore littoral zone habitat in industrial waterways which have been hardened by vertical sea walls; providing information to industries, ports, local citizens, and municipalities within the Tampa Bay Region about the benefits and monetary requirements of replacing hardened shorelines with alternative retaining materials; providing public education at the demonstration site about the function and importance of the littoral zone habitat and the connection between the bay, littoral zone, wetland, and upland habitats; and removing exotic plants on site.
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- 1996
- Identifier
- 39841101, fgcu_swfe_0420, AAA3761 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Design and Construction of Docks to Minimize Seagrass Impacts.
- Creator
- Shafer, Deborah J., Lundin, Jennifer., United States, Wetlands Research Program (U.S.), U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station
- Abstract/Description
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This technical note provides recommendations for the design and construction of dock and terminal platform structures to minimize impacts to seagrasses, and describes the construction of two experimental platforms in St. Andrew Bay, Florida.
- Identifier
- 41611148, fgcu_swfe_0406, AAA3540 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Destructive coral reef fishing: seeking perspectives.
- Creator
- McManus, John W., Nanola, C. L., Reyes, R. P., International Center for Marine Resource Development, University of the Philippines, International Center for Living Aquatic Resources Management
- Abstract/Description
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Blast fishing, cyanide fishing, and anchor damage were investigated on a heavily exploited fringing reef in Bolinao, Philippines from 1986-1990. A simple balance sheet model was used to contrast potential rates of damage with estimates of coral regrowth.
- Date Issued
- [1991], 1991
- Identifier
- 44931877, fgcu_swfe_0493, PB93117430 National Technical Information Service, AAA3804 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- The Determination of In Situ Biomass and Energetics in Seagrass Beds on the West Coast of Florida.
- Creator
- Dawes, Clinton J., Gas Research Institute
- Abstract/Description
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The objective of this investigation was to determine the available biomass and energetics of the naturally occurring populations of seagrasses and seaweeds in Tampa Bay and along the west coast of Florida.
- Date Issued
- 1984], 1984
- Identifier
- 44141000, fgcu_swfe_0506, PB93-146603 National Technical Information Service, AAA3870 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Development of a Process to Track the Status of Chlorophyll and Light Attenuation to Support Seagrass Restoration Goals in Tampa Bay.
- Creator
- Janicki, Anthony., Wade, David., Pribble, J. Raymond., Tampa Bay Estuary Program
- Abstract/Description
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The focus of this document is the development of a method to determine if adopted seagrass acreage goals and water quality targets for Tampa Bay are being achieved. The primary objectives were to define what constitutes a significant increase in chlorophyll-a in Tampa Bay, and to develop a systematic framework for defining potential management responses to such changes. This report describes existing monitoring programs from which data were used in the development of the decision process, the...
Show moreThe focus of this document is the development of a method to determine if adopted seagrass acreage goals and water quality targets for Tampa Bay are being achieved. The primary objectives were to define what constitutes a significant increase in chlorophyll-a in Tampa Bay, and to develop a systematic framework for defining potential management responses to such changes. This report describes existing monitoring programs from which data were used in the development of the decision process, the analytical approach taken to develop this process, and the recommended approach developed.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1999
- Identifier
- 44450929, fgcu_swfe_0403, AAA3539 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Development of GIS-based maps to determine the status and trends of oligohaline vegetation in the tidal Peace and Myakka Rivers.
- Creator
- Florida, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Fla.), Florida Marine Research Institute, PALMM (Project)
- Abstract/Description
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This study, done by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Florida Marine Research Institute, under contract to the Southwest Florida Water Management District was intended to assess upstream movement of salt marshes over time as an indicator of long term salinity changes in the Myakka and Peace rivers. Determining this status helps to contribute to the proper management of the Charlotte Harbor estuarine system.
- Date Issued
- [1998?], 1998, 1998
- Identifier
- AAA7721 QF, GC20000017, 176457, fgcu:25312
- Format
- E-book
- Title
- Dissolved Phosphorus in Florida Waters.
- Creator
- Odum, Howard T.
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of this study was to analyze representative samples of Florida surface waters for dissolved phosphorus, and to determine the relationships between dissolved phosphorus and: the geological rock formations underlying the area; the type of body of water; the formation of phosphate rock; the growth of aquatic organisms; pollution of streams and estuaries; and red tide.
- Date Issued
- 1953, 1953
- Identifier
- 35163002, fgcu_swfe_0509, AAA3962 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Drought of 1980-82 in southeast Florida with comparison to the 1961-62 and 1970-71 droughts.
- Creator
- Waller, Bradley G., South Florida Water Management District (Fla.), Geological Survey (U.S.)
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate effects of the 1980-1982 drought on the hydrologic system in southeast Florida and compare it with the previous droughts of 1961-1962 and 1970-1971. The droughts were analyzed from the standpoint of antecedent and transient hydrologic conditions and the effect of management practices by the South Florida Water Management District to alleviate extreme hydrologic conditions and minimize saltwater intrusion. Graphical and statistical analyses of...
Show moreThe purpose of this investigation was to evaluate effects of the 1980-1982 drought on the hydrologic system in southeast Florida and compare it with the previous droughts of 1961-1962 and 1970-1971. The droughts were analyzed from the standpoint of antecedent and transient hydrologic conditions and the effect of management practices by the South Florida Water Management District to alleviate extreme hydrologic conditions and minimize saltwater intrusion. Graphical and statistical analyses of rainfall, water levels, discharge, and chloride concentrations for selected stations are presented.
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- 1985
- Identifier
- 12848514, fgcu_swfe_0285
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Earthquakes and Seismic History of Florida.
- Creator
- Lane, Ed (Edward), Florida Geological Survey
- Abstract/Description
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This report includes general information about earthquakes, a seismic risk map of Florida, and a list of known earthquakes and tremors felt in Florida from 1727 through January 1991.
- Date Issued
- [1991], 1991
- Identifier
- 25642092, fgcu_swfe_0262
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- An Ecological Characterization of the Caloosahatchee River/Big Cypress Watershed.
- Creator
- Drew, Richard D., Schomer, N. Scott., United States, National Coastal Ecosystems Team (U.S.), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Abstract/Description
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This report reviews and synthesizes the literature on the ecology of the Caloosahatchee River/Big Cypress watershed. The first part describes the geology, physiography, climate, and characteristics of ground and surface waters. The remainder of the report focuses on plant succession and communities, and with the watershed's fish and wildlife, their habitats and habitat preferences.
- Date Issued
- 1984
- Identifier
- 83600628, 12925327, fgcu_swfe_0058
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Effect of Spray Irrigation of Treated Wastewater on Water Quality of the Surficial Aquifer System, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Central Florida.
- Creator
- German, E. R., Reedy Creek Improvement District (Fla.), Geological Survey (U.S.)
- Abstract/Description
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This report describes results of a study of the hydrology of the Reedy Creek Improvement District tree farm area where treated wastewater is used for irrigation. Included in this report are descriptions of: direction of movement and destination of the wastewater and constituents in the surficial aquifer system underlying the tree farm area; rate of movement of the wastewater front; effect of the wastewater application on water quality of the underlying aquifer and the areal extent of the...
Show moreThis report describes results of a study of the hydrology of the Reedy Creek Improvement District tree farm area where treated wastewater is used for irrigation. Included in this report are descriptions of: direction of movement and destination of the wastewater and constituents in the surficial aquifer system underlying the tree farm area; rate of movement of the wastewater front; effect of the wastewater application on water quality of the underlying aquifer and the areal extent of the wastewater plume in the surficial aquifer system; the nature of the processes affecting assimilation of the wastewater-related constituents in the ground-water system; and hydraulic characteristics of the surficial aquifer system. The area studied includes the entire tree farm area located to the north of Canal L-410. This investigation was conducted from October 1981 through September 1985. The work included installation of a monitoring well network in the surficial aquifer system, determination of lithology of the aquifer material, determination of transmissivity of the surfical aquifer system and sampling of the well network to characterize water quality of the surficial aquifer system underlying the tree farm and the surrounding area. The water-quality sampling was done four times between May 1983 and October 1984.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1990
- Identifier
- 22788208, fgcu_swfe_0392, AAA3816 QF
- Format
- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Effects of effluent spray irrigation on ground water at a test site near Tarpon Springs, Florida.
- Creator
- Brown, David P. (David Phillip), Pinellas County (Fla.)
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of the study was to determine the effects of spray irrigation of waste-treatment plant effluent on the quality of ground water at and near a test site in northwest Pinellas County, Florida. During 1971-1975, a network of wells was monitored for changes in water levels and water quality. This report includes monitoring and test drilling results and an evaluation of observed changes.
- Date Issued
- 1982
- Identifier
- 08530362, fgcu_swfe_0303
- Format
- Document (PDF)