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The Current River and its tributary the Jacks Fork are the heart of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways and in fact the very reason for the park's existance is to protect these two streams. Mostly spring-fed and running through some of the most beautiful Ozark scenery, they attract some 1.5 million visitors each year. Most come to float, fish, swim and otherwise partake of the rivers' charms.

Related Information

Assesment of Microbiological Contamination in the Jacks Fork (Requires Adobe Acrobat, large file)

Assesment of Possible Sources of Microbacterial Contamination on the Jacks Fork River

Assessment of Possible Sources of Microbiological Contamination and Water-Quality Characteristics of the Jacks Fork, Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri--Phase II
Second Phase of water quality studies for fecal coliform and other contaminants on the Jacks Fork.

Current River Watershed Inventory and Assessment
In depth analysis of the Current River Watershed including biology, water quality, land use and management. Missouri Department of Conservation.

Geology of the Ozark Riverways

Jacks Fork River Watershed Inventory and Assessment
In depth analysis of the Jacks Fork Watershed, including ecosystems, land use, management, etc. Prepared by Missouri Department of Conservation.

Mill Mountain Natural Area

State Fishing Regulations, Seasons, creel limits, etc

Study of Crayfish in the Ozark NSR
A ten year study of crayfish in the Ozark NSR.

The Ozark Hellbender
Information on the Ozark Hellbender.

Using Dye-Tracing and Chemical Analyses to Determine Effects of a Wastewater Discharge to Jam Up Creek on Water Quality of Big Spring, Southeastern Missouri, 2001
Using Dye-Tracing and Chemical Analyses to Determine Effects of a Wastewater Discharge to Jam Up Creek on Water Quality of Big Spring, Southeastern Missouri, 2001
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