Water in the Snake River headwaters is very high quality and the river is valued for its natural, cultural, and recreational resources. The Greater Yellowstone Network monitors water quality and analyzes river discharge in the Snake River above and below Jackson Lake from spring through fall each year. Here, we present the results from the monitoring site below Jackson Lake at Moose, WY. We will update this article series each year as new information is collected.
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Grand Teton National Park
Article 1: The Snake River at Moose, Wyoming
The Snake River is the largest tributary of the Columbia River. The monitoring site at Moose, WY, is below Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park. The entirety of the watershed for this part of the Snake River is located within federal lands. Read more
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Grand Teton National Park
Article 2: Water Flow in the Snake River at Moose, Wyoming
Daily flow measurements on the Snake River at Moose, WY, are recorded from a U.S. Geological Survey streamflow gage. Most recent results of discharge on the river are presented here. Read more
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Grand Teton National Park
Article 3: Snake River Water Quality at Moose, Wyoming
Each year, we collect water from across the entire width of the river and at multiple depths to test for chemical and metal components. We also measure water temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductance, pH, and turbidity. Read more
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Grand Teton National Park
Article 4: Monitoring Methods for the Snake River at Moose, Wyoming
The Greater Yellowstone Inventory and Monitoring Network monitors water resources in parks, including the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park. This long-term monitoring is based on peer-reviewed protocols. Read about our monitoring methods here and explore the protocols by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page. Read more
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Grand Teton National Park
Article 5: Water Quality Criteria for the Snake River at Moose, Wyoming
Links to federal and state water quality standards that apply to the Snake River are found here. Read more