Seasonal occurrence and distribution of microbial indicators and pathogens in the Rhode River of Chesapeake Bay.

摘要: The seasonal incidence and occurrence of indicator organisms pathogens were studied at four sites in the Rhode River, a subestuary Chesapeake Bay. highest frequency total fecal coliforms streptococci was Muddy Creek, marsh area receiving pasture land runoff. Second these bacteria Cadle populated area. Lowest measurements parameters obtained stations central portion River. No Salmonella spp. detected by methods employed this study. However, it is concluded that if are present, concentrations less than or equal to 1 organism per liter. presence Clostridium botulinum 12% samples tested.