Assessment Comments

Assessment is based on a 2002 summary of trout reproduction in Iowa streams prepared by the DNR Fisheries Bureau. See attached document for details.

Basis for Assessment

SUMMARY:  The Class B(CW) coldwater aquatic life uses remain assessed as "fully supported."  Fish consumption uses remain "not assessed."  EXPLANATION:  Based on the assessment developed for the 1998 report (above), and based on a summary of trout reproduction in Iowa streams prepared by the DNR Fisheries Bureau, the Class B(CW) uses remain assessed as "fully supported."  According to Moeller (1999), Pine Creek is in the category of Iowa trout streams with long-term, consistent natural reproduction; these streams are capable of maintaining a viable population of brook trout without stocking.   For additional information on brook trout populations in South Pine Creek, see the September/October 1998 issue of the "Iowa Conservationist."  Fish consumption uses remain "not assessed" due to lack of recent fish tissue monitoring in this stream reach.