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Measuring suspended sediment in San Francisco Bay

Detailed Description

USGS researchers collect water samples from the Research Vessel Dorah Henry to measure suspended sediment concentration in Central San Francisco Bay. Samples were collected using a D-96 sampler that collects samples over the entire depth of the water column allowing for a  depth-integrated sample.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

Source
Continuous Monitoring of Water Quality and Suspended-Sediment Transport in the San Francisco Bay and Delta