Computer Modeling
Virtual Restoration
Natural aquatic ecosystems
are very complex. There are many factors that can affect the
quality and health of natural waters, and many of them are very
difficult to measure or predict accurately without spending a
lot of time and money. Computer simulations can be designed to
estimate some of these factors and help to assess the complex
physical, chemical, and biological interactions that are affecting
your waters. Using these powerful modeling tools, Freshwater Scientific Services will help guide your management decisions and
set a clear path to your goals.
Computer models can help answer
questions like...
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How would a 10% reduction in nutrients affect water
clarity in your lake? |
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How much would a stormwater treatment pond reduce
pollution flowing into your water body? |
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How much phosphorus flowed into your lake last
year, and how much can you expect next year? |
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What is a realistic water quality goal for your
lake or stream? |
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What areas of your watershed are the biggest sources
of nutrients and pollution? |
We use the
following computer models to answer such questions...
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Stormwater/Runoff Models - FLUX, P8, PONDNET, BATHTUB,
and SLAMM |
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Lake Response Models - BATHTUB, LTROPHIC, MNLEAP |
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GIS (Geographic Information Systems) for mapping
and geospatial analysis |
While computer models are no
substitute for actual monitoring, a well designed simulation
can give you basic clues as to the best ways to improve and protect
your water body without requiring years of extensive monitoring.
This could potentially save you thousands of dollars. More importantly,
well designed computer models allow you to play "what if"
with your lake or stream so you can see how certain management
choices might affect water quality. Many times, projects on a
tight budget will use a combination of field monitoring and computer modeling to get
the best information possible for their given level of funding.
Freshwater
Scientific Services has
the experience and expertise necessary to develop high quality
computer models for your projects.
Contact us for a free introductory consultation
or price quote
www.freshwatersci.com