Substrate parameters will include heavy metals and extractable organics. Live tissue parameters will include heavy metals and extractable organics. Overall results should predict probable biological and physical effects of creek mouth restoration. A companion project sponsored by the St. Johns River Water Management District was also begun in 1996. Additionally, results of fish sampling and analysis were reported verbally to the Timucuan Preserve and presented at a round table discussion convened by the NPS Water Resources Division.
Laboratory analyses for organic and metal contaminants also continue on schedule.