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This guide provides clear instructions on how to accurately fill out the Current Stream And Weather Conditions form online. Each section is detailed to ensure users can complete the form with confidence, regardless of their prior experience.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the form.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it for editing. You will now have access to all fields required for submission.
2. Fill in Section A with your details. Provide your name in the 'Collector Name' field, the name of the stream or site in 'Stream/Site Name', and include any necessary project information in 'Project'. Don't forget the date formatted as MM/DD/YYYY and your Permit ID, if applicable.
3. In Section B, record the current weather conditions. For 'Conditions Precipitation', select from options ranging from 'None' to various levels of rainfall. Document the sky conditions by indicating the percentage of cloud cover and note the air temperature in degrees Celsius.
4. In Section C, provide a characterization of the stream. Note any human influences and check all relevant boxes for in-stream cover materials that are present. Be specific in your observations.
5. Proceed to Section D to log details regarding aquatic vegetation. Estimate the presence of various types of aquatic plants and their dominant species, noting the percentage coverage in the designated field.
6. In Section E, assess and report on watershed features and human influences. Mark off activities observed within the survey reach and indicate their proximity to the stream bank.
7. In Section F, record water quality measures including temperature, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and turbidity levels. Follow the prescribed criteria for these measurements, ensuring accuracy.
8. Section G requires you to characterize sediment and substrate types present. Rank the top three substrate types and note any odors or deposits observed.
9. For Section H, evaluate the streambank and riparian zone characteristics. Indicate if there is stream bank failure, the degree of canopy cover, and if the riparian zone is intact.
10. Finally, review your entries for accuracy. Save your changes, and you can choose to download, print, or share the completed form.

Complete the Current Stream And Weather Conditions form online today to contribute valuable information about local environmental conditions.