Effective Tuesday, March 17, the Office of Water Programs will be working remotely and no in-person access to our office will be possible.

The Office of Water Programs will continue to serve our customers as we adjust our operations in response to COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus). In following guidance from the State of California, the California State University system, and Sacramento State, we will be implementing alternative work schedules to allow our employees to practice social distancing and other safety procedures. In addition, we will not be taking in-person orders or allowing any walk-in business at our office. We will do everything we can to ensure that orders can be placed and processed with as little interruption as possible, but customers may experience delays. Please be patient with us as we respond to this unprecedented situation.

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Research
Stormwater
Toxicity Testing

Toxicity Testing

Description

Stormwater discharges can cause toxicity concerns that may impact aquatic species and the general ecology of receiving waters. There are various methods for testing toxicity of stormwater runoff, including those specified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. OWP research staff have provided assistance with conducting and reviewing data associated with such tests.

Experience

Caltrans Aquatic Toxicity Testing