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Bow River phosphorus management plan : agricultural phosphorus beneficial management practices

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus... More ≫

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan and focuses beneficial management practices in rural or agricultural settings.

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Bow River – TransAlta agreement : Alberta Environment and Parks and TransAlta five-year water services agreement extension

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The agreement allows the Province of Alberta to set elevations on the Ghost Reservoir during the period of May 16 to July 7, which is typically the highest storm risk period of the year. By... More ≫

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The agreement allows the Province of Alberta to set elevations on the Ghost Reservoir during the period of May 16 to July 7, which is typically the highest storm risk period of the year. By keeping the reservoir lower during this period there is more space to store flood events thereby lowering peak flows downstream of the dam or, at the very least, delaying those peaks.

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Bow River : fisheries management zone ES1/PP1

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Bow River as of October 2021. The Bow River, originating in the Rocky Mountains, flows through the City of Calgary and supports an... More ≫

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Bow River as of October 2021. The Bow River, originating in the Rocky Mountains, flows through the City of Calgary and supports an internationally renowned fishery.

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Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan : what it is and how it works

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This factsheet provides an overview of the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan, a strategic plan to address sources of phosphorus in the middle reach of the Bow River between the Bearspaw and... More ≫

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This factsheet provides an overview of the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan, a strategic plan to address sources of phosphorus in the middle reach of the Bow River between the Bearspaw and Bassano Dams.

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Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan five year update

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A report summarizing the activities of the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan Implementation Committee from 2014 to 2019.

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Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan overview

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A summary of the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan, which was developed in 2014 to proactively monitor phosphorus levels and maintain water quality in the Bow River in the area flowing from the... More ≫

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A summary of the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan, which was developed in 2014 to proactively monitor phosphorus levels and maintain water quality in the Bow River in the area flowing from the Bearspaw Dam to the Bassano Dam. This management plan aligns with the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan and the Surface Water Quality management Framework.

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Bioengineering demonstration project summary report

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The FISHES Program, in collaboration with the City of Calgary and the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program, is constructing a Bioengineering Demonstration and Education Project along the... More ≫

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The FISHES Program, in collaboration with the City of Calgary and the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program, is constructing a Bioengineering Demonstration and Education Project along the Bow River in Calgary’s Inglewood neighbourhood.

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Water quality and phosphorus

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Presents information about water quality and phosphorus. Phosphorous is not considered toxic in aquatic environments, but high concentrations heighten the potential for increased biological... More ≫

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Presents information about water quality and phosphorus. Phosphorous is not considered toxic in aquatic environments, but high concentrations heighten the potential for increased biological productivity and may lead to more frequent and widespread occurrences of algal and aquatic plant growth.

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Livestock production and phosphorus management

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This factsheet outlines some of the activities that are currently being implemented as well as potential opportunities to enhance those efforts to address nutrient loss from livestock production.

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Wetlands and water quality

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Presents information about the relationship between wetlands and water quality.

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