Unnamed Creek (aka Tibbetts Cr) IA 01-MAQ-40

Assessment Comments

Stream use assessment in Jones County.

Basis for Assessment

Used results of the October 1991 DNR stream use assessment to assess support of the Class B(LR) aquatic life uses as FST due to (1) habitat score (24) better than overall median score (22) for DNR stream use assessments, (2) indications on field sheet of very diverse substrates, several pool/riffle sequences, only isolated channel alterations, and relatively stable stream banks.  Results of fish sampling are inconclusive, but presence of southern redbelly dace strongly suggests above average water quality and habitat conditions.  Field sheet suggests that continued support of the aquatic life uses is threatened by overpasturing of the riparian area.