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Approval of Joint Funding Agreement with USGS for a stream gage to be located on the Obed River at Adams Bridge
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SUMMARY:
The U.S. Department of the Interior Geological Survey (USGS) has proposed a one-year joint funding agreement to locate a stream gage on the Obed River at Adams Bridge. The cost would be split with USGS paying $6,541 and the City paying $8,059.
The USGS stream gage located on the Obed River at Adams Bridge is vital to the City of Crossville for water quality monitoring. The gage collects real-time water quality data, including temperature, pH, velocity and turbidity. These indicators are extremely useful for quantifying water quality improvements by the City of Crossville and its MS-4 Stormwater Program.
BUDGET ACCOUNT: Budget amendment required.
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Approve agreement.