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Michigan Stream Quantification Tool
Michigan Stream Quantification Tool
The Michigan Stream Quantification Tool was developed to show the functional lift associated with stream restoration and mitigation projects and to provide objective, verifiable, and repeatable results by consolidating well-defined procedures for quantitative measures of stream condition and underlying processes.
Using the MiSQT at Impact and Mitigation Sites
Conditions | Existing Conditions | Proposed Conditions |
---|---|---|
Impact Site |
Use MiSQT workbook Enter Values from baseline assessment field data collection |
Functional loss estimated by EGLE based on project description and design plans |
Mitigation Site |
Use MiSQT workbook Enter values from baseline assessment field data collection |
Use MiSQT work book Estimate values using design plans |
Information and Tools
Visit the Stream Mechanics Resources page for more information and tools on:
- Mecklenburg Reference Reach spreadsheets
- Large Woody Debris field manual and spreadsheet
- BEHI/NBS Calculation spreadsheet
- And More!
EGLE Water Quality and Biological Procedures
Past webinar recordings
Webinar Part 1
Welcome, Overview of the Stream Functions Pyramid, Overview of Key Metrics and Parameters
Webinar Part 2
Intro to the SQT and Debit Tool, Tour of the SQT User Manuals, Tour of the SQT using a Case Study, Next Steps, Q&A