Habitat Research
Biomonitoring
The Habitat Section conducts aquatic biomonitoring studies to collect data on water quality, habitat function, and fish presence at a number of large projects statewide. We work with project applicants on baseline data collection before a project is permitted and often continue these studies during operation and after the projects are completed.
Most biomonitoring programs gather information on stream type, discharge, periphyton , aquatic invertebrates , and fish presence. Some studies also include analysis of water quality, including metals concentration in fish.
The Habitat Section currently conducts biomonitoring programs at the following locations:
- Red Dog Mine
- Fort Knox Mine
- Arctic Bornite Prospect
- Greens Creek Mine
- Kensington Gold Mine
The Habitat Section technical report series is available online and includes biomonitoring results published by the Habitat Section.