Orleans danger zone for sediment is above 200 mg/L. At this level, sediment can smother salmon eggs and fry. However, the effects of sediment on salmon can also depend on the type of sediment, the size of the sediment particles, and the flow of the water.
Source: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/uv?site_no=11511990&legacy=1
along with other stations down the river.
The Klamath River mouth’s water quality and flow are crucial for…
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