Rapid Stream Assessment Technique Scale: Fair
In 2011, we assessed all the streams in the County as part of the Stormwater Master Plan Update. The assessment used the Channel Evolution Model to evaluate which sections of the streams are actively eroding to prioritize them for stream restoration. During that assessment, more than 80 percent of Doctor’s Branch was found to be in stabilizing condition.
Bacteria Monitoring Data
There is one bacteria monitoring site on Doctor’s Branch. Learn more about bacteria monitoring data.
- Blue line: Measured bacteria levels.
- Orange line: Primary contact recreation water quality standard, 235 E. coli CFU/100 mL. Primary contact recreation activities have a high probability for total body immersion or ingestion of water, like swimming, canoeing and kayaking.
- Gray line: Secondary contact recreation water quality standard, 1,173 E. coli CFU/100 mL. Secondary contact recreation activities don’t have a high probability of total body immersion or water ingestion, like skipping rocks or fishing.
- The graph below can be enlarged by clicking on it.
