Nitrate plus nitrite, dissolved
Overview
Nitrogen is a nutrient necessary for growth and reproduction. Primary sources of nitrogen are fertilizers,
animal wastes, and degradation of plant material. However, excessive inputs of nitrogen and phosphorus
compounds to an aquatic environment can cause excessive algal growth resulting in eutrophication.
When algal blooms die, concentrations of dissolved oxygen are depleted, which can stress aquatic organisms
and may cause taste-and-odor problems in water supplies.
Stations That Measure or Compute Continuous Diss. nitrate + nitrite
Click a station to view measurements of diss. nitrate + nitrite.
Station Name | Station Identifier |
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Red River of the North at Fargo, ND | 05054000 |
Red River of the North at Grand Forks, ND | 05082500 |