Biota of the upper Mississippi River ecosystem
January 1, 1995
The Mississippi River is one of the world's major river systems in size, habitat and biotic diversity, and biotic productivity. The navigable Upper Mississippi River, extending 1,370 km (850 mi) from St. Anthony Falls (Minnesota) to the confluence with the Ohio River, has been impounded by 27 locks and dams to enhance commercial navigation. The reach between two consecutive locks and dams is termed a "pool." The upstream portions of many pools are similar to the unimpounded river, whereas the downstream reaches are similar to reservoirs.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Title | Biota of the upper Mississippi River ecosystem |
| Authors | James G. Wiener, Teresa J. Naimo, Carl E. Korschgen, Robert Dahlgren, Jennifer S. Sauer, Kenneth S. Lubinski, Sara J. Rogers, Sandra Brewer |
| Publication Type | Book Chapter |
| Publication Subtype | Book Chapter |
| Index ID | 85658 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center |