This project examines the water chemistry of 39 storm water management ponds in Edmonton, Alberta. The data used in this project was collected as part of my master's thesis research and will inform my study of aquatic invertebrate biodiversity in Edmonton's storm water management facilities.
In this project, I compared water chemistry changes within storm water management ponds over time, as well as assessed differences in water chemistry between storm water pond types. I found that water parameters are not well predicted by stormwater pond type. That Stormwater Influenced Natural Wetlands contained the highest mean levels of conductivity, dissolved heavy metals, and suspended sediments. And, that Natural Wetlands contained the highest mean pH, and total heavy metals. This research is being done in collaboration with EPCOR and the results of the study will be important to assist EPCOR in assessing and managing their urban storm water management facilities. Objectives |