Tagged Stories: "U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)"

Size of low- to no-oxygen region predicted to be close to long-term average

USGS study finds toxic residues have not impacted species’ recovery

The average amount of river water, in gallons, that flows into the Chesapeake Bay each day

Intersex characteristics tied to endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Scientists able to better predict threats to brook trout, other fish species

Low spring nutrient loads should lead to improved summer water quality

Nearly twice the amount of nutrients applied to lands on Shore as in rest of watershed, study shows

Research indicates hormone-disrupting chemicals are more widespread in the region than once thought.

Spring nutrient loads from the Potomac and Susquehanna rivers will impact summer water quality.

Shellfish raised on the river bottom would remove excess nutrients from the water.