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Tatnuck Watershed Studies and Reports
Urbanization impacts on stream and lake water quality in a small watershed in central Massachusetts, USA. Laura C. Reynolds et. al. This study examines the influence of urbanization on the chemical characteristics of Tatnuck Brook Watershed. Field measurements and laboratory analyses were conducted at 13 stream, lake, and tributary sites during the 2022 field season for conductivity, nutrients (nitrate, ammonia, total phosphorus), and trace metals (Cu, Pb, Zn). Land cover analysis of subwatersheds for showed a gradient of urbanization from predominantly forested headwaters to densely developed downstream sites.
Coes Pond and Stormwater Management 2015 WPI MQP report by Adam Weis and Brendan Kling. This project determined stormwater and nutrient loadings for Coes Reservoir and designed a stormwater treatment unit to reduce nutrient loading to the reservoir. Note that since this report was written the city installed a stormwater treatment unit at this site as part of the Coes Reservoir Boardwalk project.
A Common Ground for Coes Pond 2015 WPI Project looking at public perception of Coes Reservoir
Origins of the Blackstone River Worcester Guardian article written by Bill Ballou that traces the true source of the Blackstone.
General Lake and Watershed Management Information
City of Worcester Recreational Waters This page provides lots of useful information about the city’s efforts to improve water quality and promote use of the city’s recreational waters.
Lake Management 101 by Bob Hartzel, Principal Scientist at Comprehensive Environmental, Inc. Bob leads CEI’s Ecological Services practice. Bob was kind enough to meet with members of TBWA and provide this interesting talk that provides a great overview of lake management issues. Also, thanks to Clark U for hosting this video for us. Lake Management 101
Alex Reiber, the Facilities and Access manager for Squam Lakes Association provided this YouTube Vide with information on Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting.
