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Monticello (111). This sampling schedule will provide the data needed to quantify the amount of <br /> nitrate-N being contributed to Lake Decatur from the watershed. The sample temperature and <br /> pH will be measured on-site using a portable field meter at all sites. All samples will be analyzed <br /> at the ISWS Analytical Chemistry and Technology Unit (ACTU). This project will be in <br /> compliance with the ISWS Quality Management Plan and follow established ISWS Standard <br /> Operating Procedures for field data collection. Metadata describing this research will be created <br /> in accordance with the ISWS Metadata Standard and updated as necessary. <br /> 2. Process and analyze annual data collection: The two years of data will be processed <br /> for water discharge (flow), concentrations, and loading for the three watershed monitaring <br /> stations. The entire study period dataset will be appended and analyzed to determine trends in <br /> flow and concentrations over time. <br /> 3. Prepare a final report: The final report will include summaries of the 2-year data <br /> collection period a comparative analysis of annual data from prior years. The report shall contain <br /> discussions of the results of precipitation records, streamflow, nitrate-N concentrations, and <br /> nitrate-N loading during the study period. The report will also include an appendix containing <br /> the results of the temperature and pH data. <br /> DELIVERABLES <br /> The main product to be delivered to the city will be the final report that summarizes the <br /> results of the study. A draft of this report will be delivered to the City of Decatur far their review <br /> 8 weeks after the end of the two-year data collection period, with the final report (approximately <br /> 25 copies) to be delivered 8 weeks later. <br /> 3 <br />