Sites with interesting and useful information
but do not fit the other categories.
SITES OF INTEREST
Due to the volume of information available from the Office of Water,
sites are sometimes buried. The two sites below contain the kind information
that might be interesting to people who like to watch the Discovery
channel.
Beachgoer's Guide
Learn more about the quality of the water at your local beach.
Types of Wetlands
This site describes the different types of wetlands and the function,
value and status of each kind.
America's
Wetlands
Our Vital Link Between Land and Water
This site will give you a better understanding of the rich variety
of wetlands, their importance, how they are threatened, and what
can be done to conserve them for future generations.
Liquid
Assets 2000: America's Water Resources at a Turning Point
Provides a snapshot of the economic value of clean water, the problems
we face in the new millennium, and the actions we must take to protect
and restore the nation's water resources. This report explores the
current condition of the nation's water resources and demonstrates
the link between clean water and a strong economy by focusing on
specific businesses and activities that rely on clean water.
Indian River
Lagoon
A National Estuary Program (NEP) with an extensive site about the
history and ecology of the lagoon. Includes many photos and movies.
Constructed
Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment and Wildlife Habitat Seventeen
case studies with photos. The potential for achieving improved water
quality while creating valuable wildlife habitat has lead to a growing
interest in the use of constructed wetlands for treating and recycling
wastewater.
Assessing
Health Risks from Pesticides
This fact sheet is a brief overview of EPA's process for assessing potential
risks to human health when evaluating pesticide products.
Cumulative Exposure
Project
EPA's Cumulative Exposure Project (CEP) is examining how much toxic
contamination Americans are exposed to cumulatively through air, food,
and drinking water. Includes a Drinking Water
portion
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