Final California 2012 Integrated Report( 303(d) List/305(b) Report)

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for methyl parathion is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 6 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 6 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for methyl parathion from Ding et al. (2011).

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

44108

Pollutant:

Methyl Parathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

44042

Pollutant:

Fenpropathrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for fenpropathrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 1 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 1 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for fenpropathrin from Ding et al. ( 2011).

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

44041

Pollutant:

Fenpropathrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43982

Pollutant:

Permethrin, total

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for permethrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 8.9 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 8.9 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for permethrin from Amweg et al. (2005).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43981

Pollutant:

Permethrin, total

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43959

Pollutant:

Esfenvalerate/Fenvalerate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for esfenvalerate/fenvalerate is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 1.5 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 1.5 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for esfenvalerate/fenvalerate from Amweg et al. (2005).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43958

Pollutant:

Esfenvalerate/Fenvalerate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43761

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for endrin is 207 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43760

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for endrin is 207 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43681

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for dieldrin is 61.8 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43680

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for dieldrin is 61.8 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43645

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for Lindane (gamma-HCH) is 4.99 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43644

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for Lindane (gamma-HCH) is 4.99 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43624

Pollutant:

Deltamethrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for deltamethrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 0.79 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 0.79 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for deltamethrin from Amweg et al. (2005).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43623

Pollutant:

Deltamethrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43603

Pollutant:

Cyhalothrin, Lambda

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for lambda-cyhalothrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 0.44 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 0.44 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for lambda-cyhalothrin from Amweg et al. (2005).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43602

Pollutant:

Cyhalothrin, Lambda

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43597

Pollutant:

Diazinon

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for diazinon is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 11 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 11 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for diazinon from Ding et al. (2011).

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43596

Pollutant:

Diazinon

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Toxicity of Sediment-Associated Pesticides to Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca. Arch. Environ. Contam. Toxicol. 61:8392.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43576

Pollutant:

Cypermethrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for cypermethrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 0.3 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 0.3 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for cypermethrin from Maund et al. (2002).

Guideline Reference:

Partitioning, bioavailability, and toxicity of the pyrethroid insecticide cypermethrin in sediments. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry 21:9-15

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43565

Pollutant:

Cypermethrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Partitioning, bioavailability, and toxicity of the pyrethroid insecticide cypermethrin in sediments. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry 21:9-15

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43545

Pollutant:

Cyfluthrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for cyfluthrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 1.1 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 1.1 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for cyfluthrin from Amweg et al. (2005).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43544

Pollutant:

Cyfluthrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43527

Pollutant:

Chlorpyrifos

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for chlorpyrifos is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 1.77 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample (Amweg and Weston, 2007).

Guideline Reference:

Whole-sediment toxicity identification evaluation tools for pyrethroid insecticides: I. piperonyl butoxide addition. Environ. Toxicol. Chem. 26:2389-2396.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43526

Pollutant:

Chlorpyrifos

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for chlorpyrifos is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 1.77 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample (Amweg and Weston, 2007).

Guideline Reference:

Whole-sediment toxicity identification evaluation tools for pyrethroid insecticides: I. piperonyl butoxide addition. Environ. Toxicol. Chem. 26:2389-2396.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43509

Pollutant:

Bifenthrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline for bifenthrin is the median lethal concentration (LC50) of 0.43 ug/g and is normalized by the percentage of organic carbon in the sediment sample. The LC50 0.43 ug/g is the geometric mean of LC50 values for bifenthrin from Amweg et al. (2005) and Amweg and Weston (2007).

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43508

Pollutant:

Bifenthrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Use and Toxicity of Pyrethroid Pesticides in the Central Valley, California, USA. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, 24:966-972, with erratum 24:No. 5

Aquatic life water quality criteria derived via the UC Davis method: III. Diuron. Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 216:105-141.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43460

Pollutant:

Simazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Simazine.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for simazine is 90 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43383

Pollutant:

Simazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for simazine is 90 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43337

Pollutant:

Simazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64444-A for simazine is 0.004 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43322

Pollutant:

Propazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for propazine is 1 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43211

Pollutant:

Thiobencarb/Bolero

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for thiobencarb is 1.4 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43190

Pollutant:

Thiobencarb/Bolero

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for thiobencarb is 0.001 mg/L

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43178

Pollutant:

Thiobencarb/Bolero

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for thiobencarb is 1.4 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43082

Pollutant:

Parathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Three non-detect sample results were not used in the assessment because the laboratory data reporting limit was above the objective and therefore the results could not be quantified with the level of certainty required by the Listing Policy.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life 4-hour maximum for parathion is 0.013 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43036

Pollutant:

Nonylphenol

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

National Recommended Water Quality Criteria Continuous Concentrations (4-day average concentrations) for freshwater aquatic organisms exposure to nonylphenol is 6.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43018

Pollutant:

Parathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life 4-hour maximum for parathion is 0.013 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42977

Pollutant:

Propazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for propazine is 1 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42933

Pollutant:

Prometon (Prometone)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for prometon is 98 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42931

Pollutant:

Phosmet

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Phosmet.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for phosmet is 5.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42923

Pollutant:

Prometryn

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for prometryn is 1 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42893

Pollutant:

Phosmet

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Phosmet.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for phosmet is 5.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42885

Pollutant:

Prometryn

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for prometryn is 1 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42883

Pollutant:

Prometon (Prometone)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for prometon is 98 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42863

Pollutant:

Phorate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Phorate.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for phorate is 2 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42849

Pollutant:

Phorate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Phorate.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for phorate is 2 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42831

Pollutant:

Methyl Parathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The California Department of Fish and Game instantaneous criteria for Methyl Parathion is 0.08 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Hazard Assessment of the Insecticide Methyl to Aquatic Organisms in the Sacramento River System

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42817

Pollutant:

Methyl Parathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The California Department of Fish and Game instantaneous criteria for Methyl Parathion is 0.08 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Hazard Assessment of the Insecticide Methyl to Aquatic Organisms in the Sacramento River System

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42807

Pollutant:

Nonylphenol

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

National Recommended Water Quality Criteria Continuous Concentrations (4-day average concentrations) for freshwater aquatic organisms exposure to nonylphenol is 6.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42787

Pollutant:

Methidathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for methidathion is 0.86 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42730

Pollutant:

Malathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The University of California, Davis chronic criterion for the protection of freshwater aquatic life for malathion is 0.028 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Aquatic life water quality criteria derived via the UC Davis method: l. Organophosphate insecticides. Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 216:1-48.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42725

Pollutant:

Methidathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for methidathion is 0.86 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42664

Pollutant:

Malathion

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The University of California, Davis, chronic criterion for the protection of freshwater aquatic life for malathion is 0.028 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Aquatic life water quality criteria derived via the UC Davis method: l. Organophosphate insecticides. Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 216:1-48.

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42601

Pollutant:

Mirex

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The criterion continuous concentration from the USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for the protection of freshwater aquatic life for mirex is 0.001 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42592

Pollutant:

Molinate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for molinate is 0.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42570

Pollutant:

Molinate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for molinate is 0.6 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42544

Pollutant:

Molinate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42524

Pollutant:

Mirex

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The criterion continuous concentration from the USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for the protection of freshwater aquatic life for mirex is 0.001 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42513

Pollutant:

Methoxychlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life instantaneous maximum for methoxychlor is 0.03 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42498

Pollutant:

Methoxychlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42479

Pollutant:

Methoxychlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life instantaneous maximum for methoxychlor is 0.03 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42423

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for HCH, gamma (Lindane or gamma-BHC) to protect aquatic life in freshwater criterion maximum concentration is 0.95 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42416

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42395

Pollutant:

Heptachlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor to protect aquatic life in freshwater criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.0038 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42388

Pollutant:

Heptachlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor to protect aquatic life in freshwater criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.0038 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42362

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for gamma-BHC (Lindane, gamma-HCH) to protect human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.019 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42337

Pollutant:

Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for gamma-BHC (Lindane, gamma-HCH) to protect human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.063 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42314

Pollutant:

Heptachlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00021 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42270

Pollutant:

Hexachlorobenzene/ HCB

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for hexachlorobenzene to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00075 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42265

Pollutant:

Heptachlor epoxide

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor epoxide to protect aquatic life in freshwater criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.0038 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42211

Pollutant:

Hexachlorobenzene/ HCB

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for hexachlorobenzene to protect human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.00077 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42204

Pollutant:

Heptachlor epoxide

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor epoxide to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00010 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42178

Pollutant:

Heptachlor epoxide

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor epoxide to protect aquatic life in freshwater criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.0038 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42154

Pollutant:

Heptachlor epoxide

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for heptachlor epoxide to protect human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.00011 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42147

Pollutant:

Heptachlor

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42105

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for endrin to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.036 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42082

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for endrin to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.036 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42076

Pollutant:

Endosulfan sulfate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for endosulfan sulfate to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 110 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42069

Pollutant:

Endrin aldehyde

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for endrin aldehyde to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.76 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42043

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42018

Pollutant:

Endrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Endrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41997

Pollutant:

Endosulfan sulfate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life 24 hour average maximum for endodulfan sulfate is 0.056 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41990

Pollutant:

Endrin aldehyde

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41961

Pollutant:

Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), beta

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-BHC (HCH, beta) to protect human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.046 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41950

Pollutant:

Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), beta

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-BHC (HCH, beta) to protect human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.014 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41938

Pollutant:

Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), alpha

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-BHC (HCH, alpha) to protect human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.013 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41902

Pollutant:

Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), alpha

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-BHC (HCH, alpha) to protect human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.0039 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41890

Pollutant:

Glyphosate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for glyphosate is 55000 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41871

Pollutant:

Glyphosate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41852

Pollutant:

Glyphosate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for glyphosate is 55000 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41841

Pollutant:

Dyfonate (Fonofos or Fonophos)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for fonofos is 0.45 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41825

Pollutant:

Dyfonate (Fonofos or Fonophos)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for fonofos is 0.45 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41810

Pollutant:

Endosulfan sulfate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The USEPA national ambient water quality criterion for freshwater aquatic life 24 hour average maximum for endodulfan sulfate is 0.056 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41786

Pollutant:

Dimethoate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for dimethoate is 43 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41760

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for dieldrin to protect human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00014 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41748

Pollutant:

alpha-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 1)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-endosulfan to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41734

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41724

Pollutant:

Dimethoate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for glyphosate is 43 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41692

Pollutant:

Dichlorvos

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for dichlorvos is 7.2 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41664

Pollutant:

alpha-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 1)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-endosulfan to protection of human health from consumption of organisms only is 240 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41661

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for dieldrin to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41653

Pollutant:

Dieldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for dieldrin to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41627

Pollutant:

Endosulfan sulfate

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for endosulfan sulfate to protection of human health from consumption of organisms only is 240 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41610

Pollutant:

beta-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 2)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-endosulfan to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 110 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41604

Pollutant:

beta-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 2)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-endosulfan to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41582

Pollutant:

beta-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 2)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-endosulfan to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41555

Pollutant:

beta-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 2)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for beta-endosulfan to protection of human health from consumption of organisms only is 240 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41540

Pollutant:

alpha-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 1)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-endosulfan to protect aquatic life in freshwater as criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) is 0.056 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41523

Pollutant:

alpha-Endosulfan (Endosulfan 1)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for alpha-endosulfan to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 110 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41489

Pollutant:

Atrazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for atrazine is 43 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41460

Pollutant:

Chlorpyrifos

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The freshwater criterion continuous concentration to protect aquatic organisms is 0.015 ug/L (Siepmann and Finlayson 2000, with minor corrections to significant figures as described in Beaulaurier et al., 2005).

Guideline Reference:

Water quality criteria for diazinon and chlorpyrifos. Administrative Report 00-3. Rancho Cordova, CA: Pesticide Investigations Unit, Office of Spills and Response. CA Department of Fish and Game (with minor corrections to significant figures as described in Beaulaurier et al., 2005).

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41454

Pollutant:

Azinphos-methyl (Guthion)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The National Recommended Water Quality Criteria for Azinphos Methyl (Guthion) for the protection of freshwater aquatic life is a maximum of 0.01 ug/l.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41411

Pollutant:

Atrazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life EC50 for atrazine is 43 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41345

Pollutant:

Atrazine

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41311

Pollutant:

Dacthal

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Dacthal.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for dacthal 6600 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41303

Pollutant:

Dichlorvos

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life MATC for dichlorvos is 7.2 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41265

Pollutant:

Diazinon

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The freshwater chronic value for diazinon is 0.1 ug/L, expressed as a continuous concentration (Finlayson, 2004).

Guideline Reference:

Water quality for diazinon. Memorandum to J. Karkoski, Central Valley RWQCB. Rancho Cordova, CA: Pesticide Investigation Unit, CA Department of Fish and Game

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41259

Pollutant:

Diazinon

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

As stated in CDFG documents from Siepmann and Finlayson, the 4-day freshwater continuous criterion concentration for diazinon is 0.10 µg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Water quality for diazinon. Memorandum to J. Karkoski, Central Valley RWQCB. Rancho Cordova, CA: Pesticide Investigation Unit, CA Department of Fish and Game

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41257

Pollutant:

Dacthal

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Dacthal.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

According to the USEPA Office of Pesticide Programs Ecotoxicity database, the freshwater aquatic life LC50 for dacthal 6600 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

40976

Pollutant:

Aldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for aldrin to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00013 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

40952

Pollutant:

Aldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Aldrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

40911

Pollutant:

Aldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for aldrin criteria for the protection of human health from consumption of organisms only is 0.00014 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

40898

Pollutant:

Aldrin

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 3 samples exceed the criterion for Aldrin.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34473

Pollutant:

DDE (Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The method detection limit for all 3 of the non-detect samples was greater than the criteria: thus the data was not used in this assessment.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The 4,4'-DDE criterion for the protection of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00022 ug/L (USEPA Nationally Recommended Criteria, 2006).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34472

Pollutant:

DDD (Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The method detection limit for all 3 of the non-detect samples was greater than the criteria: thus the data was not used in this assessment.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The 4,4'-DDD criterion for the protection of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00031 ug/L (USEPA Nationally Recommended Criteria, 2006).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34471

Pollutant:

DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The method detection limit for all 3 of the non-detect samples was greater than the criteria: thus the data was not used in this assessment.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The 4,4' DDT criterion for the protection of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00022 ug/L (USEPA Nationally Recommended Criteria, 2006).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34470

Pollutant:

DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 3 samples exceeded the criterion continuous concentration for 4,4' DDT. The water body was assessed for the sum of DDT(o,p') and DDT(p,p').

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The 4,4' DDT criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater is 0.001 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33675

Pollutant:

Chlordane

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected did not exceed the criteria for chlordane concentration (Sum of trans-Chlordane, cis-Chlordane, cis-Nonachlor, trans-Nonachlor, and Oxychlordane).

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The Probable Effect Concentration for Chlordane in freshwater sediments is 17.6 ug/kg.

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

One sample was collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33607

Pollutant:

DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected for Total DDTs (sum DDD + sum DDE + sum DDT) exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for total DDTs is 572 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33586

Pollutant:

DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected for sum DDT (DDT(o,p') + DDT (p,p')) exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for sum of DDT is 62.9 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33553

Pollutant:

DDE (Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected for sum DDE (DDE(o,p') + DDE(p,p')) exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for sum of DDE is 31.3 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 1105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33532

Pollutant:

DDD (Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethane)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected for Total DDD exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for sum of DDD is 28.0 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 1105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33314

Pollutant:

Chlordane

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 3 samples exceeded the criterion continuous concentration for chlordane (total). Total chlordane is assessed as the sum of cis-chlordane, trans-chlordane, cis-nonachlor, trans-nonachlor, and oxychlordane.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

The Basin Plan for the Regional Water Quality Control Board, North Coast Region states that all waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life (NCRWQCB 2011). The chlordane criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater is 0.0043 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL; Klamath River at Klamath Glen

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33177

Pollutant:

Chlordane

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The method detection limit for all 3 of the non-detect samples was greater than the criteria and thus the data were not used in this assessment. Total chlordane is assessed as the sum of cis-chlordane, trans-chlordane, cis-nonachlor, trans-nonachlor, and oxychlordane.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

The Basin Plan for the Regional Water Quality Control Board, North Coast Region states that all waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life (NCRWQCB 2011). The total chlordane criterion for the protection of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00057 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL; Klamath River at Klamath Glen

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33123

Pollutant:

Endosulfan

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 3 samples exceeded the criteria.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

The Water Quality Control Plan for the North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses. The endosulfan criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater is 0.056 ug/L. This value corresponds to the sum of alpha-endosulfan and beta-endosulfan (USEPA National Recommended Water Quality Criteria, 2006).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

30116

Pollutant:

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Dissolved

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

360

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 360 pesticides samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objective as all of the samples were either measured as non-detect or were measured as detected but not quantified with reporting limits below objectives or evaluation guidelines. The samples were analyzed for 92 pesticides, pesticide constituents, isomers, or metabolites. For 92 of the pesticide analytes, 3 to 4 samples were collected. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the 5-Year Monitoring Report (NCRWQCB 2008). The data are found in the 5-Year Monitoring Report (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): No individual pesticide or combination of pesticides shall be present in concentrations that adversely affect beneficial uses. There shall be no bioaccumulation of pesticide concentrations found in bottom sediments or aquatic life. Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply shall not contain concentrations of pesticides in excess of the limiting concentrations set forth in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 15, Article 4, Section 64444, and listed in Table 3.2 of the Basin Plan.
No evaluation guidelines for the dissolved fractions of the pesticides assessed for this waterbody for the Municipal & Domestic Supply beneficial use could be found that meet the requirements of Section 6.1.3 of the Listing Policy.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Hexachlorocyclohexane, alpha (0.0026 ug/l)
Hexachlorocyclohexane, beta (0.0091ug/l)
Aldrin (0.000049 ug/l)
Atrazine (0.001 ug/l)
Carbofuran (0.04 mg/l)
Chlordane (0.0001 ug/l)
Chlorpyrifos (0.083 ug/l)
Dacthal (70 ug/l)
Dieldrin (0.00014 ug/l)
Endrin (0.002 ug/l)
Glyphosate (700 ug/l)
Heptachlor (0.01 ug/l)
Heptachlor epoxide (0.01 ug/l)
Hexachlorobenzene/ HCB (0.001 ug/l)
Lindane/gamma Hexachlorocyclohexane (gamma-HCH) (.98 ug/l)
Methoxychlor (0.03 mg/l)
Molinate (0.02 mg/l)
Simazine (0.04 mg/l)
Thiobencarb/Bolero (0.07 mg/l)
Toxaphene (0.003 mg/l)

Guideline Reference:

Water Quality Standards 2000. Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California: Rules and regulations. Federal Register Vol. 65, No. 97. Washington, D.C.: Environmental Protection Agency

California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 15. Domestic Water Quality and Monitoring

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected as grab samples from the mainstem Klamath River in Klamath Glen at the boat launch, approximately 6 river miles upstream of the Klamath River estuary (SWAMP Station ID 105KLAMGL) in well-mixed flows in glides or riffles.

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected as grab samples during 5 site visits during the 2002 - 2003 fiscal year (10/2002 - 6/2003). The site visits corresponded to fall, winter, spring and early summer seasonal conditions. .

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 30239, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

29812

Pollutant:

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Dissolved

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

360

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):


DECISION ID	24518	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Aluminum
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification in favor of the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Five of nine samples exceed the MUN objective and this exceeds the allowable frequency listed in Table 3.1 of the Listing Policy. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards are being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24518, Aluminum	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47468

Pollutant:

Aluminum

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no aluminum data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no aluminum data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no aluminum data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24518, Aluminum	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47465

Pollutant:

Aluminum

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Three of the 5 aluminum samples collected from the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objective. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008). This LOE replaces LOE 25359 from the 2010 Integrated Report cycle. The original LOE was replaced in order to update the evaluation guideline and to reflect that 5 (not 4) samples were collected.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for Aluminum is 0.2 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the mainstem Klamath River in Klamath Glen at the boat launch, approximately 6 river miles upstream of the Klamath River estuary (SWAMP Station ID KLAMGL) in well-mixed flows in glides or riffles.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (Puckett 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24518, Aluminum	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41338

Pollutant:

Aluminum

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 2 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Aluminum.

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for Aluminum is 0.2 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	26676	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Arsenic \| Boron \| Cadmium \| Copper \| Lead \| Manganese \| Mercury \| Metals \| Selenium \| Silver \| Zinc
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Thirty-one lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for these pollutants in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Ten lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use; one line of evidence is available to assess the protection of the commercial and sport fishing (COMM) beneficial use; fourteen lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use; and six lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the warm freshwater habitat (WARM) beneficial use. It should be noted that data from LOE 21508 from the 2010 Integrated Report cycle were re-assessed during this listing cycle in LOEs 47443, 47444, and 47445. Zero of 73 metals water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective and zero of 30 metals water samples exceed the COLD water quality objective. Additionally, zero of four metals water samples exceed the COMM water quality objective and zero of one metals sediment samples exceed the COLD and WARM objective, however these sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 16 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 2 exceedances of the objective with less than 16 samples is needed for application of Table 3.1. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for these pollutants (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of 73 metals water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective and zero of 30 metals water samples exceed the COLD water quality objective. These samples do not exceed the allowable frequency listed in Table 3.1 of the Listing Policy. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for these pollutants because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary on the section 303(d) list for these pollutants, because applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47469

Pollutant:

Metals

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no metals data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no metals data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no metals data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47443

Pollutant:

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 37 metals samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objectives. There were 3 to 5 samples collected for each of the metal parameters. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008). This LOE and LOEs 47444 and 47445 replace LOE 21508 from the 2010 Integratred Report cycle. The original LOE was revised in order to evaluate Chromium and Nickel in their own, individual, LOEs.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): Arsenic objective is 0.05 mg/L. Cadmium objective is 0.01 mg/L. Lead objective is 0.05 mg/L. Mercury objective is 0.002 mg/L. Selenium objective is 0.01 mg/L. Silver objective is 0.05 mg/L. Per 22 CCR 64431: Per 22 CCR 64449: Copper secondary maximum contaminant level is 1.0 mg/L. Zinc secondary maximum contaminant level is 5.0 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Title 22. Division 4. Chapter 15. Sections 64400 et seq. California Code of Regulations

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43789

Pollutant:

Mercury

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Mercury.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for mercury is 1.06 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43788

Pollutant:

Mercury

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Mercury.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for mercury is 1.06 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43753

Pollutant:

Zinc

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Zinc.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for zinc is 459 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43752

Pollutant:

Zinc

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Zinc.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for zinc is 459 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43725

Pollutant:

Lead

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Lead.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for lead is 128 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43724

Pollutant:

Lead

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Lead.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for lead is 128 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43653

Pollutant:

Cadmium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Cadmium.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for cadmium is 4.98 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43652

Pollutant:

Cadmium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Cadmium.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for cadmium is 4.98 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43477

Pollutant:

Copper

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Copper.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for copper is 149 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43476

Pollutant:

Copper

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Copper.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for copper is 149 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43407

Pollutant:

Selenium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Selenium.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric selenium criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater is 5 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43374

Pollutant:

Silver

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Silver.

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for silver is 0.1 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43348

Pollutant:

Selenium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43283

Pollutant:

Zinc

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Zinc.

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for Zinc is 5 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43264

Pollutant:

Arsenic

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Arsenic.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for arsenic is 33 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43263

Pollutant:

Arsenic

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Arsenic.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for arsenic is 33 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42759

Pollutant:

Mercury

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Mercury.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The established numeric criteria for mercury to protect of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.050 ug/L (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42693

Pollutant:

Mercury

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Mercury.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42457

Pollutant:

Mercury

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Mercury.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

National Recommended Water Quality Criteria Continuous Concentrations (4-day average concentrations) for freshwater aquatic organisms exposure to Total mercury is 0.77 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42452

Pollutant:

Manganese

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for Manganese is 0.05 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42293

Pollutant:

Lead

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Lead.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for MUN shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of values listed in Table 3-2 of the Basin Plan. The value for lead is 0.05 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41477

Pollutant:

Cadmium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Cadmium.

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41404

Pollutant:

Arsenic

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Arsenic.

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41211

Pollutant:

Copper

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Copper.

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A copper is 1.0 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34123

Pollutant:

Boron

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of the 2 samples exceeded the objective.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

The site specific objective for the Lower Klamath River HU is a 90% upper limit of 0.5 mg/L. Therefore, 90% of the values in a calendar year must be lower than this limit. In addition the site specific objective of 50% upper limit of 0.2 mg/L which represents the 50 percentile values of the monthly means for a calendar year applies to this water body. Therefore, 50% or more of the monthly means in a calendar year must be less than or equal to an upper limit.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the Klamath River at Klamath Glen station (105KLAMGL).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected approximately once per quarter year from November 2007 to July 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32886

Pollutant:

Zinc

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for zinc.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion continuous concentrations (4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32885

Pollutant:

Silver

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for silver.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion maximum concentrations (1-hour average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32883

Pollutant:

Lead

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for lead.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion continuous concentrations (4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32882

Pollutant:

Copper

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for copper.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion continuous concentrations (4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26676, Multiple Pollutants	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32865

Pollutant:

Cadmium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for cadmium.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion continuous concentrations (4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	26734	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Chloride
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of nine samples exceed the MUN objective and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 26 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 5 exceedances of the objective with less than 26 samples is needed for application of Table 3.2. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26734, Chloride	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47470

Pollutant:

Chloride

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no chloride data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no chloride data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no chloride data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26734, Chloride	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

25414

Pollutant:

Chloride

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Not Recorded

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 chloride samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the evaluation guideline. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): Waters shall not contain taste- or odor-producing substances in concentrations that impart undesirable tastes or odors to fish flesh or other edible products of aquatic origin, or that cause nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per 22 CCR 64449: The recommended Secondary Maximum Contaminant Level for chloride is 250 mg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Title 22. Division 4. Chapter 15. Sections 64400 et seq. California Code of Regulations

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 26734, Chloride	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41374

Pollutant:

Chloride

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Not Recorded

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The secondary maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64449-A for chloride is 250 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	32319	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Chromium
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	New Decision
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Five lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use, one line of evidence is available to assess protection of the warm freshwater habitat (WARM) beneficial use, and two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of 9 water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective and one of one sediment sample exceed both the COLD and WARM toxicity objectives (although the samples do not exhibit toxicity), however these sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 16 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 2 exceedances of the objective with less than 16 samples is needed for application of Table 3.1. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47474

Pollutant:

Chromium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no chromium data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no chromium data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no chromium data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47444

Pollutant:

Chromium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 chromium samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objectives. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008). This LOE and LOEs 47443 and 47445 replace LOE 21508 from the 2010 Integrated Report cycle. The original LOE was replaced in order to assess data for chromium and nickel in their own, individual, LOEs.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): Chromium objective is 0.05 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43717

Pollutant:

Chromium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 1 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Chromium.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for chromium is 111 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32080

Pollutant:

Toxicity

LOE Subgroup:

Toxicity

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

TOXICITY TESTING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

One sample was collected to evaluate sediment toxicity. Growth and/or survival of Hyalella azteca was examined between the sediment field sample and a sediment control, utilizing a 10-day toxicity test. The sample did not exhibit significant toxicity.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. Compliance with this objective will be determined by use of indicator organisms, analyses of species diversity, population density, growth anomalies, bioassays of appropriate duration, or other appropriate methods as specified by the Regional Water Board.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Toxicity is defined as a statistically significant effect in the sample exposure compared to the control using EPA-recommended hypothesis testing. For SWAMP data exceedances are counted with the significant effect code SL. SL is defined as the result being significant compared to the negative control based on a statistical test, less than stated the alpha level, AND less than the evaluation threshold.

Guideline Reference:

Methods for Measuring the Toxicity and Bioaccumulation of Sediment-associated Contaminants with Freshwater Invertebrates, Second Edition. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Research and Development, Duluth, MI , U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Water, Washington, DC EPA-600/R-99/064

Spatial Representation:

The sample was collected at station 105KLAMKK, Klamath River at Kamp Klamath.

Temporal Representation:

The sample was collected in October 15, 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

All data was collected following the Standard Operating Procedures and Data Quality Objectives outlined in the SWAMP QAMP, (Puckett, 2002). QA data are included in submission.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

41175

Pollutant:

Chromium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32319, Chromium	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43716

Pollutant:

Chromium

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for chromium is 111 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	25199	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Disulfoton
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. One line of evidence is available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOE containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land is not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. One line of evidence is available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) One of three samples exceed the COLD criteria, and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (A) 16 samples, or (B) greater than or equal 2 exceedances of the objective with less than 16 samples is needed for application of Table 3.1. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 25199, Disulfoton	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47478

Pollutant:

Disulfoton

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no TDS disulfoton for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no disulfoton data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no disulfoton data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 25199, Disulfoton	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

25609

Pollutant:

Disulfoton

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Not Recorded

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Aquatic Life Use:

Fish Migration | Fish Spawning | Preservation of Rare & Endangered Species | Warm Freshwater Habitat | Wildlife Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

One of the 3 disulfoton samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceeds the evaluation guideline. Sample concentrations range from non-detect (with a reporting limit of 0.050 ug/l) to detected but not quantified with a concentration of at least 0.050 ug/l. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the 5-Year Monitoring Report (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per "Water Quality Criteria 1972" (USEPA 1973): The instantaneous maximum water quality criterion for disulfoton for the protection of freshwater aquatic life is 0.05 ug/l.

Guideline Reference:

National Academy of Sciences. Water Quality Criteria 1972. EPA-R3-73-033. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)


DECISION ID	32320	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Nickel
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	New Decision
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Seven lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use, one line of evidence is available to assess protection of the warm freshwater habitat (WARM) beneficial use, one line of evidence is available to assess protection of the commercial and sport fishing (COMM) beneficial use, and three lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of 9 water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective, zero of four water samples exceed the COLD and COMM objectives respectively, and one of one sediment sample exceed both the COLD and WARM toxicity objectives (although the samples do not exhibit toxicity), however these sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 16 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 2 exceedances of the objective with less than 16 samples is needed for application of Table 3.1. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43688

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 1 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Nickel.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for nickel is 48.6 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43003

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Commercial or recreational collection of fish, shellfish, or organisms

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Nickel.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43689

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Warm Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 1 of 1 samples exceed the criterion for Nickel.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for nickel is 48.6 mg/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Kamp Klamath - 105KLAMKK ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected on a single day 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47445

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 nickel samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objectives. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008). This LOE and LOEs 47443 and 47444 replace LOE 21508 from the 2010 Integrated Report cycle. The original LOE was replaced in order to assess data for chromium and nickel in their own, individual, LOEs.

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): Waters designated for use as domestic or municipal supply (MUN) shall not contain concentrations of chemical constituents in excess of the limits specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Chapter 15. The maximum contaminant level listed in Table 64431-A for nickel is 0.1 mg/L.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32080

Pollutant:

Toxicity

LOE Subgroup:

Toxicity

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

TOXICITY TESTING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. Compliance with this objective will be determined by use of indicator organisms, analyses of species diversity, population density, growth anomalies, bioassays of appropriate duration, or other appropriate methods as specified by the Regional Water Board.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

The sample was collected at station 105KLAMKK, Klamath River at Kamp Klamath.

Temporal Representation:

The sample was collected in October 15, 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

All data was collected following the Standard Operating Procedures and Data Quality Objectives outlined in the SWAMP QAMP, (Puckett, 2002). QA data are included in submission.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

32884

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the hardness based criteria calculated for nickel.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. California Toxics Rule (CTR) lists criterion continuous concentrations (4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater. The criterion in freshwater is hardness dependent for each sample and varies based on the ambient hardness during sampling. Section (b)(1) in CTR contains the hardness dependent formula for the metals criterion.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

42796

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Water Board staff assessed SWAMP data for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA to determine beneficial use support and results are as follows: 0 of 4 samples exceed the criterion for Nickel.

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32320, Nickel	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47475

Pollutant:

Nickel

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no nickel data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no nickel data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no nickel data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):


DECISION ID	24921	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Four lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.1 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.1, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use and two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use. Zero of 250 water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective. Additionally zero of one sediment sample and zero of two water samples exceed the COLD objective, however these sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 16 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 2 exceedances of the objective with less than 16 samples is needed for application of Table 3.1. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of 250 water samples exceed the MUN water quality objective and this does not exceed the allowable frequency listed in Table 3.1 of the Listing Policy. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and Kamp Klamath (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24921, PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33222

Pollutant:

PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 2 samples exceeded the criterion continuous concentration for total PCB. The water body was assessed for the 3 aroclors that were contained within the data set and they include aroclor 1248, aroclor 1254, and aroclor 1260.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The total PCB criterion continuous concentration (expressed as a 4-day average) to protect aquatic life in freshwater is 0.014 ug/L. This value corresponds to the sum of aroclors 1242, 1254, 1221, 1232, 1248, 1260, and 1016 (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected on 4/9/2008 and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24921, PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33221

Pollutant:

PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The method detection limit for all 3 of the non-detect samples was greater than the criteria: thus the data was not used in this assessment.

Data Reference:

Code of Federal Regulations 40 part 131.38 Establishment of numeric criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California. 7/1/2011 Edition

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. The total PCB criterion for the protection of human health from the consumption of water and organisms is 0.00017 ug/L. This value corresponds to total PCBs, eg., the sum of all congener or isomer or homolog or aroclor analyses (California Toxics Rule, 2000).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, and 7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24921, PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

33001

Pollutant:

PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Sediment

Matrix:

Sediment

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of 1 sample collected for Total PCBs exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. Waters shall not contain substances in concentrations that result in deposition of material that causes nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses(NCRWQCB 2007).

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

In freshwater sediments the probable effect concentration (predictive of sediment toxicity) for total PCB is 676 ug/Kg dry weight (MacDonald et al. 2000).

Guideline Reference:

Development and evaluation of consensus-based sediment quality guidelines for freshwater ecosystems. Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. 39: 20-31

Spatial Representation:

Data were collected at the following station 105KLAMKK (Klamath River at Kamp Klamath).

Temporal Representation:

The samples were collected on 10/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24921, PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47471

Pollutant:

PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no PCB data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no PCB data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no PCB data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24921, PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

25458

Pollutant:

PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

250

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 250 polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) analytes collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the evaluation guideline. Each of the 5 samples were analyzed for 50 PCB cogeners. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the 5-Year Monitoring Report (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007, p. 3-4.00): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per the "Public Health Goal for Water Soluble Polychlorinated Biphenyls Expected to Found in Drinking Water" (OEHHA 2007): The health-protective concentration of water-soluble PCBs in
drinking water associated with a one in one million extra lifetime cancer risk is 0.09 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

Public Health Goal for Water Soluble Polychlorinated Biphenyls Expected to Be Found in Drinking Water. Pesticide and Environmental Toxicology Branch, Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, California Environmental Protection Agency

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)


DECISION ID	22651	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Specific Conductivity
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of seven samples exceed the MUN objective and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 26 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 5 exceedances of the objective with less than 26 samples is needed for application of Table 3.2. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 22651, Specific Conductivity	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

21218

Pollutant:

Specific Conductivity

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 specific conductivity samples collected from the mainstem Klamath River exceed the objective. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): The 90% upper limit specific conductance objective at 77 F is 300 micromhos (or mS/cm2). The 50% upper limit specific conductance objective at 77 F is 200 micromhos (or mS/cm2). The 90% and 50% upper limits represent the 90/50 percentile values for a calendar year. 90% or 50% or more of the values must be less than or equal to the upper limit.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (Puckett 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 22651, Specific Conductivity	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34404

Pollutant:

Specific Conductivity

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Zero of the 2 samples exceeded the objective.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): The site specific objective for the mainstem Klamath River in the Lower HA is a 90% upper limit of 300 uS. Therefore, 90% of the values in a calendar year must be lower than this limit. In addition the site specific objective of 50% upper limit of 200 uS which represents the 50 percentile values of the monthly means for a calendar year applies to this water body. Therefore, 50% or more of the monthly means in a calendar year must be less than or equal to an upper limit.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the Klamath River at Klamath Glen station (105KLAMGL).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on the following dates: 11/14/2007 2/27/2008 4/9/2008 7/15/2008

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 22651, Specific Conductivity	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47472

Pollutant:

Specific Conductivity

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no specific conductivity data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no specific conductivity data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no specific conductivity data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):


DECISION ID	24836	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Sulfates
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land are not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of nine samples exceed the MUN objective and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 26 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 5 exceedances of the objective with less than 26 samples is needed for application of Table 3.2. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24836, Sulfates	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47473

Pollutant:

Sulfates

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no sulfate data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no sulfate data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no sulfate data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24836, Sulfates	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

25522

Pollutant:

Sulfates

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Not Recorded

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 sulfate samples collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the evaluation guideline. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the 5-Year Monitoring Report (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007, p. 3-3.00): Waters shall not contain taste- or odor-producing substances in concentrations that impart undesirable tastes or odors to fish flesh or other edible products of aquatic origin, or that cause nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per 22 CCR 64449 (Table 64449-B): The recommended secondary maximum contaminant level for sulfate is 250 mg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Title 22. Division 4. Chapter 15. Sections 64400 et seq. California Code of Regulations

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (SWAMP 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 24836, Sulfates	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34215

Pollutant:

Sulfates

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Not Recorded

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): Waters shall not contain taste- or odor-producing substances in concentrations that impart undesirable tastes or odors to fish flesh or other edible products of aquatic origin, or that cause nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Per 22 CCR 64449 (Table 64449-B): The recommended secondary maximum contaminant level for sulfate is 250 mg/L.

Guideline Reference:

Title 22. Division 4. Chapter 15. Sections 64400 et seq. California Code of Regulations

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the Klamath River at Klamath Glen station (105KLAMGL).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected approximately once per quarter year from November 2007 to July 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	32321	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Total Dissolved Solids
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	New Decision
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. One line of evidence is available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOE containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land is not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. One line of evidence is available to assess protection of the municipal and domestic supply (MUN) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of four samples exceed the MUN objective and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 26 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 5 exceedances of the objective with less than 26 samples is needed for application of Table 3.2. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32321, Total Dissolved Solids	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47476

Pollutant:

Total Dissolved Solids

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no TDS data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no TDS data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no TDS data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32321, Total Dissolved Solids	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34638

Pollutant:

Total Dissolved Solids

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total Dissolved

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the recommended level of 500 mg/L.

Data Reference:

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Levels and Compliance. CCR title 22 section 64449.

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2011): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. For Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), the secondary MCL recommended range is 500 mg/l, the upper range is 1000 mg/l, and the short term range is 1500 mg/l. The recommended range of 500 mg/L was used for the purpose of this assessment.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples collected at station 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected on 11/14/2007, 4/9/2008, 7/15/2008, and 2/27/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	32322	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	pH
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	New Decision
Revision Status	Revised
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There are no data for streams outside the Yurok Reservation boundary, therefore, a placeholder LOE has been created so that a decision for this water body can be made by Regional Water Board staff. One line of evidence is available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Therefore, the LOE containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land is not utilized in this decision, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. One line of evidence is available to assess protection of the cold freshwater habitat (COLD) beneficial use. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA placing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for this pollutant (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) Zero of four samples exceed the COLD objective and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of either (a) 26 samples, or (b) greater than or equal to 5 exceedances of the objective with less than 26 samples is needed for application of Table 3.2. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff concludes that portions of this water body outside the Yurok Tribe Reservation boundary should not be placed on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant because there are no data available for the portions of this water body outside tribal land, and therefore, it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff do not recommend that the USEPA list the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) on the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because it cannot be determined if applicable water quality standards are not being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32322, pH	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

47477

Pollutant:

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

There are no pH data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

There are no pH data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

This LOE applies to all non-tribal lands within the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA water body.

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

There are no pH data for non-tribal lands within this water body. This LOE is a placeholder so that a decision could be created for this water body / pollutant combination.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 32322, pH	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34156

Pollutant:

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the objective.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Table 3-1 states that the lower limit pH for this water body is 7.0, and the upper limit pH for this water body is 8.5.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the Klamath River at Klamath Glen station (105KLAMGL).

Temporal Representation:

Samples were collected approximately once per quarter year from November 2007 to July 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	19511	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Nutrients
Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (being addressed by USEPA approved TMDL)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Sources:	Agriculture \| Drainage/Filling Of Wetlands \| Grazing-Related Sources \| Irrigated Crop Production \| Logging Road Construction/Maintenance \| Road Construction \| Silviculture
TMDL Name:	Klamath River
TMDL Project Code:	97
Date TMDL Approved by USEPA:	12/28/2010
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There were no new data or information submitted/reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, there were new data submitted for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body from within the Yurok Reservation. Five lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. Four LOEs contain data for the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and one LOE is a "placeholder" LOE pertaining to the entire Klamath Glen HSA (both tribal and non-tribal). This decision is not based on the LOEs containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. It should be noted that during the 2010 Integrated Report cycle, ammonia data were evaluated in its own decision, however it is more appropriately evaluated under this broader nutrient decision. Therefore, for the current listing cycle Ammonia as Nitrogen is evaluated in this decision with other nutrients. NO NEW DATA FOR PORTION OF THIS WATER BODY OUTSIDE THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Regional Water Board Conclusion: The Klamath River TMDL was approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. Therefore, there is sufficient justification to place this water body/pollutant combination in the Being Addressed portion of the 303(d) list because a TMDL has been completed and approved by RWQCB and USEPA, and is expected to result in attainment of the standard. No new information for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary was submitted or reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle. Therefore, the previous conclusion remains unchanged, and is as follows: 303(d) listing decisions made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. The Regional Boards will update this decision when new data and information become available and are assessed. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Five lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for nutrients (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the nutrient impairment and that a nutrient load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3674 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples for each of Nitrite (LOE 43137) and Nitrate/Nitrite (LOE 43031) exceed the objective to protect the MUN beneficial use, zero of 4 samples for ammonia (LOE 34512) exceed the objective to protect the SPWN beneficial use, and zero of 5 samples for ammonia (LOE 26297) exceed the objective to protect the COLD beneficial use for the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Reservation boundary. These sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	No new data were assessed for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary for this assessment cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff recommend that the USEPA should not remove the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) from the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards for the pollutant are being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:	CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Five lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for nutrients (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the nutrient impairment and that a nutrient load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3674 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples for each of Nitrite (LOE 43137) and Nitrate/Nitrite (LOE 43031) exceed the objective to protect the MUN beneficial use, zero of 4 samples for ammonia (LOE 34512) exceed the objective to protect the SPWN beneficial use, and zero of 5 samples for ammonia (LOE 26297) exceed the objective to protect the COLD beneficial use for the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Reservation boundary. These sample sizes are insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19511, Nutrients	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43137

Pollutant:

Nitrite

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19511, Nutrients	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

26297

Pollutant:

Ammonia as Nitrogen

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Aquatic Life Use:

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 5 ammonia as nitrogen samples collected from the Klamath River exceed the objective. The samples were collected as part of the Surface Water Ambient Water Monitoring Program (SWAMP). The data are found in the SWAMP Summary Report for the North Coast Region for Years 2000-2006 (NCRWQCB 2008).

Data Reference:

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP). Summary Report for the North Coast Region (RWQCB-1) for years 2000-2006. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. March 2008

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): All waters shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per the National Recommended Water Quality Criteria (USEPA 2006): The 1-hour average concentration (acute criterion or CMC) of total ammonia nitrogen (in mg N/L) for freshwater where salmonid fish are present, which is not to be exceeded more than once every three years on average, is calculated using the following equation: CMC=0.275/(1+10^(7.204 - pH)) + 39.0/(1+10^(pH - 7.204)).

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Quality control was conducted in accordance with the SWAMP Quality Assurance Management Plan (Puckett 2002).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Quality Assurance Management Plan for the State of California's Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program. Sacramento, CA. State Water Resources Control Board. SWAMP. December 2002 (1st version)

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19511, Nutrients	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34512

Pollutant:

Nitrogen, ammonia (Total Ammonia)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Fish Spawning

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the samples exceed the water USEPA Temperature and pH-Dependent values of the CCC (Chronic Criterion) for Fish Early Life Stages Present for ammonia. 1 of the 4 data is reported as a non-detect limit. This non-detect limit is less than or equal to the water quality standard, the value will be considered as meeting the water quality standard, objective, criterion, or evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Update of Ambient Water Quality Criteria for Ammonia (USEPA 1999): Where salmonids and fish early life stages are present, the 30-day average concentration (criterion continuous concentration or CCC) of total ammonia (as mg N/L) in freshwater are not to be exceeded more than once every three years on average. The CCC values are based on pH, temperature, and the presence of early life stages of fish. The CCC formula is found on p.83 and the table of CCC values are found on p.87.

Guideline Reference:

1999 Update of Ambient Water Quality Criteria for Ammonia

Spatial Representation:

Sample was collected at 105KLAMGL (Klamath River at Klamath Glen).

Temporal Representation:

Samples collected between 11/14/2007 and 2/27/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19511, Nutrients	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

3674

Pollutant:

Nutrients

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Unspecified--This LOE is a placeholder to support a 303(d) listing decision made prior to 2006.

Data Reference:

Placeholder reference pre-2006 303(d)

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Unknown

Temporal Representation:

Unknown

Environmental Conditions:

Unknown

QAPP Information:

Unknown

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19511, Nutrients	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43031

Pollutant:

Nitrate/Nitrite (Nitrite + Nitrate as N)

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Municipal & Domestic Supply

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Maximum Contaminant Levels for organic and inorganic chemicals. CCR

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL ]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	19512	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Organic Enrichment/Low Dissolved Oxygen
Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (being addressed by USEPA approved TMDL)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Sources:	Agriculture \| Drainage/Filling Of Wetlands \| Grazing-Related Sources \| Irrigated Crop Production \| Logging Road Construction/Maintenance \| Road Construction \| Silviculture
TMDL Name:	Klamath River
TMDL Project Code:	97
Date TMDL Approved by USEPA:	12/28/2010
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	Regional Water Board staff would like to clarify that the intent of the original 1998 303(d) Listing, was to list only the mainstem Klamath River for dissolved oxygen impairment. No additional data or information were evaluated during subsequent 303(d) List cycles (2002, 2006, and 2010), and therefore the Klamath TMDL was developed to address the dissolved oxygen impairment in the mainstem Klamath River, based upon the original extent of the 1998 listing. Therefore, this Decision clarifies that the existing listing for dissolved oxygen applies only to the mainstem Klamath River. There were no new data or information submitted/reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, there were new data submitted for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body from within the Yurok Reservation. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. One LOE contains data for the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen and one LOE is a "placeholder" LOE pertaining to the entire Klamath Glen HSA (both tribal and non-tribal). This decision is not based on the LOE containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. NO NEW DATA FOR PORTION OF THIS WATER BODY OUTSIDE THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Regional Water Board Conclusion: The Klamath River TMDL was approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. Therefore, there is sufficient justification to place this water body/pollutant combination in the Being Addressed portion of the 303(d) list because a TMDL has been completed and approved by RWQCB and USEPA, and is expected to result in attainment of the standard. No new information for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary was submitted or reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle. Therefore, the previous conclusion remains unchanged, and is as follows: 303(d) listing decisions made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. The Regional Boards will update this decision when new data and information become available and are assessed. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for dissolves oxygen (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the dissolved oxygen impairment and that a nutrient load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3675 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples exceed the site specific dissolved oxygen objective for the mainstem Kalamth River within the Yurok Reservation boundary and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	No new data were assessed for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary for this assessment cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff recommend that the USEPA should not remove the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) from the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards for the pollutant are being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:	CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for dissolves oxygen (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the dissolved oxygen impairment and that a nutrient load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3675 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples exceed the site specific dissolved oxygen objective for the mainstem Kalamth River within the Yurok Reservation boundary and this sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19512, Organic Enrichment/Low Dissolved Oxygen	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

34037

Pollutant:

Oxygen, Dissolved

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total Dissolved

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 4 samples exceeded the evaluation guideline.

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): The site specific objective for the mainstem Klamath River from Hoopa to Turwar is 90% September 1 through May 31 and 85% June 1 through August 31.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Table 7.4 of the Staff Report for the Proposed Site Specific Dissolved Oxygen Objectives for the Klamath River in California (NCRWQCB 2010) presents the dissolved oxygen concentrations associated with the dissolved oxygen percent saturation objective. The dissolved oxygen concentrations were calculated utilizing natural temperatures from the Klamath Temperature TMDL model results. Thus, the following dissolved oxygen concentrations reflect natural background dissolved oxygen conditions in the mainstem Klamath River from Hoopa to Turwar: 9.5 mg/L in April, 10.1 mg/L in November, 7.0 mg/L in July, and 10.6 mg/L in February.

Guideline Reference:

Final Staff Report for the Klamath River Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Addressing Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen, Nutrient, and Microcystin Impairments in California and the Klamath River and Lost River Implementation Plans

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected from the 105KLAMGL station.

Temporal Representation:

One sample was collected in 2007 and three samples were collected in 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

SWAMP QAPP

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19512, Organic Enrichment/Low Dissolved Oxygen	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

3675

Pollutant:

Organic Enrichment/Low Dissolved Oxygen

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Unspecified--This LOE is a placeholder to support a 303(d) listing decision made prior to 2006.

Data Reference:

Placeholder reference pre-2006 303(d)

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Unknown

Temporal Representation:

Unknown

Environmental Conditions:

Unknown

QAPP Information:

Unknown

QAPP Information Reference(s):


DECISION ID	19513	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Temperature, water
Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (being addressed by USEPA approved TMDL)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Revised
Sources:	Agriculture \| Drainage/Filling Of Wetlands \| Flow Alteration/Regulation/Modification \| Grazing-Related Sources \| Irrigated Crop Production \| Logging Road Construction/Maintenance \| Removal of Riparian Vegetation \| Road Construction \| Silviculture
TMDL Name:	Klamath River
TMDL Project Code:	97
Date TMDL Approved by USEPA:	12/28/2010
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	There were no new data submitted/reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, there were new data submitted for this current Integrated Report cycle for the portion of this water body from within the Yurok Reservation. Three lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River on Yurok Tribal land, over which the USEPA has the authority to regulate water quality. One LOE contains data for the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen, one LOE is a "placeholder" LOE pertaining to the entire Klamath Glen HSA (both tribal and non-tribal), and one LOE details that temperatures in the Klamath Glen HSA are not natural. This decision is not based on the LOE containing data collected in the Klamath River as it flows through Yurok Tribal land, as the State of California does not have the authority to list water bodies within the Yurok Reservation boundary. However, the data are discussed in this decision for the benefit of the USEPA, which has the jurisdiction to list water bodies on tribal land. NO NEW DATA FOR PORTION OF THIS WATER BODY OUTSIDE THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Regional Water Board Conclusion: The Klamath River TMDL was approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. Therefore, there is sufficient justification to place this water body/pollutant combination in the Being Addressed portion of the 303(d) list because a TMDL has been completed and approved by RWQCB and USEPA, and is expected to result in attainment of the standard. No new information for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary was submitted or reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle. Therefore, the previous conclusion remains unchanged, and is as follows: 303(d) listing decisions made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. The Regional Boards will update this decision when new data and information become available and are assessed. CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Three lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for temperature (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the temperature impairment and that a load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3676 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples (LOE 43226) exceed the objective to protect the COLD beneficial use for the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Reservation boundary. This sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	No new data were assessed for the portion of this water body outside the Yurok Reservation boundary for this assessment cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle. After review of the available data and information, RWQCB staff recommend that the USEPA should not remove the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen (within the Yurok Tribal Reservation boundary) from the section 303(d) list for this pollutant, because applicable water quality standards for the pollutant are being exceeded.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:	CONSIDERATION OF DATA FROM WITHIN THE YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY: Data for this pollutant in the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen are being evaluated utilizing the guidance under Section 4.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 4.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Three lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against the USEPA removing the mainstem Klamath River at Klamath Glen from the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category for temperature (i.e., sufficient justification to not delist). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) The Klamath River TMDL confirmed the temperature impairment and that a load reduction was necessary to meet water quality standards. (4) The Klamath River TMDL has been approved by the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board in March 2010 and approved by USEPA on December 28, 2010. (5) 303(d) listing determinations made prior to 2006 were not held in an assessment database. LOE 3676 is a placeholder for the 303(d) listing data and information from a previous assessment cycle that was initially utilized to make this listing determination. (6) Zero of 4 samples (LOE 43226) exceed the objective to protect the COLD beneficial use for the mainstem Klamath River within the Yurok Reservation boundary. This sample size is insufficient to determine with the power and confidence of the Listing Policy if standards are not met, as a minimum of 26 samples are needed for application of Table 4.2. (7) Pursuant to section 4.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are met.

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19513, Temperature, water	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

3676

Pollutant:

Temperature, water

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Unspecified--This LOE is a placeholder to support a 303(d) listing decision made prior to 2006.

Data Reference:

Placeholder reference pre-2006 303(d)

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Unknown

Environmental Conditions:

Unknown

QAPP Information:

Unknown

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19513, Temperature, water	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

31523

Pollutant:

Temperature, water

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The following process is utilized to interpret the narrative Temperature Objective in the Basin Plan for impairment assessments. Step 1: determine if temperatures reflect natural conditions. If Yes, then the water body is not considered impaired, if No, Then go to Step 2. Step 2: Determine if temperatures adversely affect beneficial uses. If Yes, then the water body is considered impaired, if No, then go to Step 3. Step 3: Determine if temperatures are increased by 5 degrees F. If Yes, then water body is impaired, if No, then water body is not impaired.

Data Reference:

Presentation: Interpreting Temperature Standards in the North Coast Region. North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board.

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Water Quality Control Plan, North Coast Region (NCRWQCB 2011): Natural receiving water temperature of intrastate waters shall not be altered unless it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Regional Water Board that such alteration in temperature does not adversely affect beneficial uses. At no time or place shall the temperature of any COLD water be increased more than 5 degrees Fahrenheit (F) above natural receiving water temperature.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

Evaluation Guideline:

EVIDENCE OF ALTERATION OF NATURAL RECEIVING WATER TEMPERATURES (NON-NATURAL TEMPS): The water temperatures of the Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA do not reflect natural conditions (NCRWQCB 2010). EVIDENCE OF SALMONID PRESENCE & LIFE CYCLE USE: Coho, steelhead, and Chinook are present in the watershed (Carter & Kirk 2008). Rearing for all three salmonid species occurs during all months of the year, and spawning occurs September through March for Chinook, October through February for coho, and September through May for steelhead (Carter & Kirk 2008).

Guideline Reference:

Final Staff Report for the Klamath River Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Addressing Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen, Nutrient, and Microcystin Impairments in California the Proposed Site Specific Dissolved Oxygen Objectives for the Klamath River in California and the Klamath River and Lost River Implementation Plans.

Fish and Fishery Resources of the Klamath River Basin. Appendix 5 of the Klamath River TMDLs.

Spatial Representation:

Information pertains to the following water bodies: Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA, mainstem Klamath River from Trinity River to mouth; Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA, select tributaries to Klamath River from Trinity River to mouth; Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA, Blue Creek and tributaries (except East Fork Blue Creek and its tributaries) from the headwaters to the Crescent City Fork.

Temporal Representation:

Data are reflective of current conditions in these water bodies.

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

Information is considered to be of adequate quality for the Integrated Report.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 19513, Temperature, water	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

43226

Pollutant:

Temperature, water

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Data Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the North Coast Region

SWAMP Data:

SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Per "Effects of Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen/Total Dissolved Gas, Ammonia, and pH on Salmonids" (Carter 2008): The lethal temperature evaluation guideline for both steelhead adult migration & holding and juvenile growth & rearing of 24°C applies in this water body June-August. The lethal temperature evaluation guideline for salmonid spawning, egg incubation & fry emergence is 20C and applies September-May in this water body. See LOE ID 31523 for more information on natural temperature alterations and salmonid presence and periodicity in this water body.

Guideline Reference:

Effects of Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen/Total Dissolved Gas, Ammonia, and pH on Salmonids. Implications for California's North Coast TMDLs. California Regional Water Quality Control Board, North Coast Region

Spatial Representation:

Data for this line of evidence for Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA was collected at 1 monitoring site [ Klamath River at Klamath Glen - 105KLAMGL]

Temporal Representation:

Data was collected over the time period 11/14/2007-7/15/2008.

Environmental Conditions:

Staff is not aware of any special conditions that might affect interpretation of the data.

QAPP Information:

The SWAMP QAPP (2008) was followed.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program Quality Assurance Program Plan


DECISION ID	25855	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Cyanobacteria hepatotoxic microcystins
Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	Do Not List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Original
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	Regional Water Board conclusion: This pollutant was considered for placement on the section 303(d) List in a previous Integrated Report cycle. No new information was reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle. Therefore, the previous conclusion remains unchanged, and is as follows: This decision applies to the mainstem Klamath River in the Klamath River Hydrologic Unit, Lower Klamath River Hydrologic Area, Klamath Glen Hydrologic Sub-Area. This pollutant is being considered for placement on the Section 303(d) List under Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy. Two lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Based on the readily available data and information, the situation-specific weight of evidence indicates that there is sufficient justification against placing this water segment-pollutant combination on the Section 303(d) List in the Water Quality Limited Segments category (i.e., sufficient justification to not list). This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) None of 17 water column microcystin toxin samples exceed the evaluation guidelines used to interpret the water quality objective. None of 36 water column Microcystis cell samples exceed the evaluation guideline used to interpret the water quality objective. (2) In compliance with Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, a water segment shall not be placed on the Section 303(d) List if the weight of evidence indicates attainment of water quality objectives. (3) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (4) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (5) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	No new data were assessed for this assessment cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 25855, Cyanobacteria hepatotoxic microcystins	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

26043

Pollutant:

Cyanobacteria hepatotoxic microcystins

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Water Contact Recreation

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 17 microcystin samples collected in 2007 exceeded the evaluation guideline. Additionally, none of the 17 microcystin samples exceeded the Blue Green Algae Work Group (2008) guideline for microcystin toxin of 8 ug/L to protect the recreational exposure of a child. Sample concentrations range from less than the quantitation limit of 1.8 ug/l to 2.0 ug/l. Samples were collected by the Yurok Tribal Environmental Program. Data are summarized in the "Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report" (Fetcho 2008).

Data Reference:

Cyanobacteria in California Recreational Water Bodies. Providing Voluntary Guidance about Harmful Algal Blooms, Their Monitoring, and Public Notification. Draft. September 2008. Blue Green Algae Work Group of the State Water Resources Control Board, Department of Public Health, and Office of Environmental Health and Hazard Assessment

Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report. Yurok Tribe Environmental Program

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Per the Basin Plan (NCRWQCB 2007): All water shall be maintained free of toxic substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or that produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant, animal, or aquatic life. Compliance with this objective will be determined by use of indicator organisms, analyses of species diversity, population density, growth anomalies, bioassays of appropriate duration, or other appropriate methods as specified by the Regional Water Board.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per the World Health Organization (WHO 2003): The recommended guideline for microcystin toxin in recreational waters associated with a moderate probability of adverse health effects is 20 ug/L.

Guideline Reference:

World Health Organization. 2003. Guidelines for Safe Recreational Water Environments: Volume 1 Coastal and Freshwaters.

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected in the mainstem Klamath River at 4 locations as follows: (1) below Weitchpec at river mile 42.5 (Site KBW), (2) above Tully Creek at river mile 38.5 (Site TC), (3) near the lower extent of the Yurok Indian Reservation at the USGS gage at Terwer Creek at river mile 5.8 (Site TG), and (4) in the lower Klamath River Estuary just upstream of where the Klamath empties into the Pacific Ocean at river mile 0.5 (Site LES).

Temporal Representation:

Grab samples were collected in the Klamath River on 6 occasions between July 24, 2007 and October 15, 2007.

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

Samples were collected and analyzed according to the procedures described in the "Lower Klamath River Nutrient, Periphyton, Phytoplankton and Algal Toxin Sampling Analysis Plan (SAP)" (Yurok 2008) and the "Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report" (Fetcho 2008).

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Lower Klamath River Nutrient, Periphyton, Phytoplankton, and Algal Toxin Sampling Analysis Plan (SAP). June 2008. Prepared with assistance from Kier Associates

Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report. Yurok Tribe Environmental Program

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 25855, Cyanobacteria hepatotoxic microcystins	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

26026

Pollutant:

Cyanobacteria hepatotoxic microcystins

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Water Contact Recreation

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL MONITORING

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

None of the 36 samples analyzed for Microcystis cells collected in the mainstem Klamath River exceed the evaluation guideline. Additionally, one of the 36 samples analyzed for Microcystis cells exceeded the Blue Green Algae Work Group (2008) guideline of 40,000 Microcystis cells/ml if cell populations are dominated by Microcystis and Planktothrix to protect the recreational exposure of a child. Microcystis cell concentrations ranged from 0 to 90,764 cells/ml. Samples were collected by the Yurok Tribal Environmental Program. Data are summarized in the "Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report" (Fetcho 2008) and in a September 16, 2008 Memorandum (Fetcho 2008).

Data Reference:

Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report. Yurok Tribe Environmental Program

Memorandum to Klamath River Blue Green Algae Workgroup Regarding September 3, 2008 Phytoplankton Results. Yurok Tribe Environmental Program

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) - North Coast Region (Region 1)

Evaluation Guideline:

Per the World Health Organization (WHO 2003): The recommended guideline for Microcystis cells in recreational waters associated with a moderate probability of adverse health effects is 100,000 cells/ml. This cell count evaluation guideline is a strong indicator of potential toxicity associated with the toxin microcystin.

Guideline Reference:

World Health Organization. 2003. Guidelines for Safe Recreational Water Environments: Volume 1 Coastal and Freshwaters.

Spatial Representation:

Samples were collected in the mainstem Klamath River at 4 locations as follows: (1) below Weitchpect at river mile 42.5 (Site KBW), (2) above Tully Creek at river mile 38.5 (Site TC), (3) near the lower extent of the Yurok Indian Reservation at the USGS gage at Terwer Creek at river mile 5.8 (Site TG), and (4) in the lower Klamath River Estuary just upstream of where the Klamath empties into the Pacific Ocean at river mile 0.5 (Site LES).

Temporal Representation:

Grab samples were collected in the Klamath River on 11 occasions between May 30, 2007 and October 15, 2007 and on 3 occasions between August 7, 2008 and September 3, 2008.

Environmental Conditions:

There are no known environmental conditions (e.g., seasonality, land use practices, fire events, storms, etc.) that are related to these data.

QAPP Information:

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Lower Klamath River Nutrient, Periphyton, Phytoplankton, and Algal Toxin Sampling Analysis Plan (SAP). June 2008. Prepared with assistance from Kier Associates

Final 2007 Klamath River Blue-Green Algae Summary Report. Yurok Tribe Environmental Program


DECISION ID	18366	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

Pollutant:	Sedimentation/Siltation
Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)
Last Listing Cycle's Final Listing Decision:	List on 303(d) list (TMDL required list)(2010)
Revision Status	Original
Sources:	Flow Alteration/Regulation/Modification \| Removal of Riparian Vegetation
Expected TMDL Completion Date:	2025
Impairment from Pollutant or Pollution:	Pollutant

Regional Board Conclusion:	Regional Water Board conclusion: This pollutant was considered for placement on the section 303(d) List in a previous Integrated Report cycle. No new information was reviewed for this current Integrated Report cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle. Therefore, the previous conclusion remains unchanged, and is as follows: This pollutant is being considered for placement on the Section 303(d) List under Section 3.2 of the Listing Policy. Under Section 3.2, a single line of evidence is necessary to assess listing status. Three lines of evidence are available in the administrative record to assess this pollutant. Narrative information, photos, study findings, and numerical data were submitted which demonstrated that a sedimentation problem exists in this water body. Based on the readily available data and information, the weight of evidence suggests that there is sufficient justification in favor of placing this water segment-pollutant combination on the section 303(d) list in the Water Quality Limited Segments category. This conclusion is based on the staff findings that: (1) The data used satisfies the data quality requirements of Section 6.1.4 of the Policy. (2) The data used satisfies the data quantity requirements of Section 6.1.5 of the Policy. (3) There are 8 weekly averages out of 31 weeks that exceeded the evaluation guideline for turbidity, and this exceeds the allowable frequency listed in Table 3.2 of the Listing Policy. (4) Pursuant to Section 3.11 of the Listing Policy, no additional data and information are available indicating that standards are not met. (5) It is uncertain if these sampling locations are on tribal land. The State Water Board found at its October 25, 2006 meeting that this water body and pollutant be placed on the Section 303(d) List and that USEPA should make a determination if this listing should remain on the California Section 303(d) List. It is not the State Water Board's intent that this listing affect actions related to decommissioning and removal of dams on the Klamath River.

Regional Board Decision Recommendation:	No new data were assessed for this assessment cycle. The conclusion reached in the previous cycle remains the same. The Regional Board will update this decision when new data and information become available in a future assessment cycle.

State Board Staff Review of Regional Board Conclusion and Recommendation:

State Board Decision Recommendation:	After review of this Regional Board decision, SWRCB staff recommend the decision be approved by the State Board.

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 18366, Sedimentation/Siltation	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

1638

Pollutant:

Sedimentation/Siltation

LOE Subgroup:

Visual

Matrix:

Not Specified

Fraction:

None

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

The Long Range Plan for the Klamath River Basin Fishery Conservation Area Restoration Program (Kier Associates, 1991), presents considerable evidence that the mainstem Klamath River is impacted by sediment. With regard to the Lower Klamath Basin, the Long Range Plan noted huge contributions of sediment from tributaries. Contributed sediment is creating problems with fish passage and stream bed stability, and for the lower mainstem: Payne and Associates (1989) found that stream-mouth deltas, almost nonexistent prior to 1955, have grown to 500 and 700 feet in width since 1964. Delta widths changed dramatically after the 1964 flood, but increased even more after the high water of 1972. The initial incursion of sediment came with the 1964 flood but is still being delivered to the lower reaches of the streams. Streambed conditions near the mouths were found by Payne and Associates (1989) to be so unstable that no fish ways could be installed and the study concluded that no lasting solution, other than natural recovery, was possible. Logging in many of these drainages continues today. This delays their recovery and, according to Coats and Miller (1981), could lead to substantial new sediment loads in the event of a major flood. Voight and Gale (1998) noted that 17 of 23 tributaries to the Lower Klamath River remained underground, indicating lack of recovery and continuing contributions of sediment. The Long Range Plan (Kier Assoc., 1991) cites longer term sediment impacts noted by CalTrans (1989):

These stream sections (Lower Klamath) are thought to be in an aggraded condition: the Klamath River is reportedly aggrading at the rate of 100,000 to 150,000 cubic yards per year in the proposed reach while Turwar Creek has shown "substantial aggradations in the channel" over the last thirty years. The stream flow goes subsurface during the summer and early fall, posing a barrier to upstream migrants in the fall (CalTrans, 1989).

The Long Range Plan (Kier Associates, 1991) also made the case that the near extinction of the eulachon or candlefish (Larson and Belchik, 1998), a lower mainstem Klamath River spawner, was indicative of major problems with sediment supply, size and bed load movement.

The mid-term evaluation of the Klamath River Basin Fisheries Restoration Program (Kier Assoc., 1999) evaluated changes in the health of the Klamath River and its tributaries between the inception of the program in 1989 and 1998. They found evidence of continued sediment contributions from logging in the Lower Klamath basin, but also major pulses associated with the January 1997 storm in reaches further upstream. With regard to the Lower Klamath, Kier Associates (1999) found:

Channels of most Lower Klamath tributaries have continued to fill in as sediment yield in the watersheds remains high. Timber harvest in all Lower Klamath watersheds exceeds cumulative effect thresholds and all streams (except upper Blue Creek) have been severely damaged during the evaluation period. Clear-cut timber harvest in riparian zones on the mainstem of lower Blue Creek and the mainstem Klamath River occurred since 1988 in inner gorge locations. Aggradations in salmon spawning reaches can be expected to persist for decades. Aggradations in salmon spawning reaches can be expected to persist for decades (Higgins, 2004).Photographs show the Lower Klamath River in 1998, looking upstream from the Highway 101 Bridge. Sediment deposits in the margins show sediment accumulated. A second plate shows watershed conditions and land use management in lower Blue Creek contributes to sediment yields. High road densities contribute chronic fine sediment to Blue Creek and other Lower Klamath tributaries. Road failures during storm events may also lead to larger yields, which aggraded stream beds to the point where surface flows are sometimes lost. In this photograph, Blue Creek remains on the surface, but the lower creek is widened by sediment. An aerial photo shows tracks

Data Reference:

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Basin Plan: The suspended sediment load and suspended sediment discharge rate of surface waters shall not be altered in such a manner as to cause nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses. Turbidity shall not be increased more than 20 percent above naturally occurring background levels. Allowable zones of dilution within which higher percentages can be tolerated may be defined for specific discharges upon the issuance of discharge permits or waiver thereof. Water shall not contain substances in concentrations that result in deposition of material that causes nuisance or adversely affect beneficial uses.

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Temporal Representation:

Environmental Conditions:

QAPP Information:

Narrative information submitted only.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 18366, Sedimentation/Siltation	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

1640

Pollutant:

Sedimentation/Siltation

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

When you consider the entire data set from the three creeks sampling locations the data only shows one exceedance of the evaluation guideline out of the 21 samples taken. The one Suspended Sediment Concentration (SSC) exceedance that was shown was on 12/14/02 at 12:45 at McGarvey Creek and the SSC was 307 mg/L. The other samples taken at McGarvey had an average of 231.5 mg/L for 12/14/02, 117 for the 1/13/ 03 Avg., and 8.39 mg/L for the April 2003 Avg. The Blue Creek location had an SSC average 5.05 mg/L for 4/28/03 and 9.97 mg/L average for samples taken on 12/9/03. The Turwar Creek only had samples on 4/29/03 with and average SSC of 3.46 mg/L (Yurok Tribe, 2003).

Data Reference:

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline that has been used to help determine exceedance is from published-peer reviewed paper, Noggle (1978, cited in Meehan, 1991) reported that suspended sediment concentrations of 300 mg/L caused reduced growth and feeding.

Guideline Reference:

Spatial Representation:

Three sampling locations; Blue Creek, McGarvey Creek and Turwar Creek gauging stations are located in the Lower Klamath River Basin.

Temporal Representation:

The data were collected from only 6 days from 4 different months between 12/2002 and 12/2003. SSC Data was collected from the McGarvey Creek station on 12/14/02, 1/13/03, 4/4/03, and 4/30/03. Data were collected from this location between 12:28 pm and 13:45 pm on each of the respective sampling dates. SSC Data was collected from the Blue Creek Sampling location on 4/28/03 and 12/9/03. Data was collected from this location between 12:28pm on 4/28/03 and between 14:50 and 15:15pm on 12/29/03. SSC Data was collected from the Turwar location on 4/29/03 only between 12:00 and 12:20 pm.

Environmental Conditions:

Regional Water Board staff have long suggested that beneficial uses may be impaired in portions of the mainstem Klamath (particularly in the lower Klamath River) and tributaries to the Klamath River (Beaver Creek and tributaries to the Klamath below the confluence with the Trinity River have been specifically identified) due to excessive sediment loading and instream sediment conditions. Insufficient information was available in 2002 to make a listing determination.
The Yurok Indian Reservation boundaries lie approximately one mile on either side of the Klamath River from the Pacific Ocean to the confluence with the Trinity River. The Yurok, Karuk, and Hoopa Tribes are very active throughout the Klamath basin in both fisheries and water quality monitoring efforts. The Yurok and Hoopa Tribe are actively pursuing approval of Clean Water Act authority from US EPA. Coordination among the Regional Water Board, State Water Board, the Tribes and US EPA is critical to successful development and implementation of TMDLs for the Klamath River basin.

QAPP Information:

"Sampling and Analysis Plan for the Yurok Reservation, May 2003." This plan includes the tribe's data quality objectives, sampling rationales and procedures, field methods and procedures, sample preservation and storage and quality control information. They also included Appendix-C of that plan in their submittal, which is their "Draft Water Quality Control Plan for the Yurok Indian Reservation, January 2003". These documents have been submitted to USEPA for approval.

QAPP Information Reference(s):

Line of Evidence (LOE) for Decision ID 18366, Sedimentation/Siltation	Region 1
Klamath River HU, Lower HA, Klamath Glen HSA

LOE ID:

1639

Pollutant:

Sedimentation/Siltation

LOE Subgroup:

Pollutant-Water

Matrix:

Water

Fraction:

Total

Beneficial Use:

Cold Freshwater Habitat

Number of Samples:

Number of Exceedances:

Data and Information Type:

Not Specified

Data Used to Assess Water Quality:

Blue Creek: Nine weekly sample averages with 2 of those weeks with an average of 29.73 NTU and 223.36 NTU respectively, that were both in exceedance of the turbidity evaluation guideline. The other 7 weekly averages for the Blue Creek sampling location were below the 25 NTU guideline with a range of averages between 1.02 NTU and 13.16 NTU.
Turwar Creek: Thirteen weekly sample averages with 1 of those weeks with an average of 136.88 NTU in exceedance of the turbidity evaluation guideline. The other 12 weekly averages for the Blue Creek sampling location were below the 25 NTU guideline with a range of averages between 0.40 NTU and 19.25 NTU.
McGarvey Creek: Nine weekly samples averages with 5 of those weeks with averages of 25.31 NTU, 54.79 NTU, 69.03 NTU, 36.36 NTU, and 26.82 NTU respectively, that were all in exceedance of the turbidity evaluation guideline. The other 4 weekly samples averages that were below the 25 NTU guideline with a range of averages between 5.24 NTU and 19.13 NTU.
These measurements considered collectively, there are 31 weeks of 7 consecutive days averages- over three locations with 8 of those weekly averages in exceedance of the 25 NTU evaluation guideline for turbidity (Yurok Tribe, 2003).

Data Reference:

SWAMP Data:

Non-SWAMP

Water Quality Objective/Criterion:

Objective/Criterion Reference:

Evaluation Guideline:

The evaluation guideline that has been used to determine turbidity exceedance is from published-peer reviewed paper, "The Effects of Chronic Turbidity on Density and Growth of Steelheads and Coho Salmon", John W Sigler (1984). The guideline is "In our studies, as little as 25 NTUs of turbidity caused a reduction in fish growth."

Guideline Reference: