Water monitoring: Standard operating procedures

Standard operating procedures (SOPs) reflect how agency staff and contracted partners complete agency-funded field activities. The SOPs provide step-by-step instruction on water quality monitoring for everything from determining water chemistry in lakes or streams to biological monitoring procedures. The agency has also developed steps to avoid the transfer of aquatic invasive species.

Overview of monitoring

Volunteer Surface Water Monitoring Guide (wq-s1-15)

Volunteer water monitoring is a critical component in understanding and educating Minnesotans about water quality issues. This guide provides volunteers with information that helps them carry out their important role in monitoring and protecting Minnesota’s water resources. (2003)