Water Stewardship Information Sources

Citation Aquatex Scientific Consulting Ltd. 2009. Colquitz River watershed: proper functioning condition assessment - Appendices. Prepared for District of Saanich.
Organization District of Saanich
URL https://www.crd.bc.ca/docs/default-source/es-watersheds-pdf/watershed-plans-assessments/colquitzproperfunctioningandconditioningappendices2009.pdf?sfvrsn=2
Abstract/Description or Keywords A Proper Functioning Condition assessment (PFC) was conducted in the Colquitz River
Watershed to determine the condition of the riparian-wetland areas and “health” of the river.
This qualitative, yet science-based process considers both abiotic and biotic factors as they relate
to physical function. It facilitates communication about the condition of a riparian-wetland area
and focuses attention on the physical processes before considering values. A standard checklist is
used to ensure consistency in reporting the condition of riparian-wetland areas. The PFC
assessments were conducted during the months of July and August 2007. The purpose of this
study was to determine the health and function of the creeks and other water bodies found within
the Colquitz River Watershed and provide recommendations as to how to maintain and improve
these areas. The 45.6 km2
watershed drains areas of rural agriculture, residential neighbourhoods,
commercial, and industrial land uses. In addition to the main channel, the major tributaries were
also assessed and included: Durrell Creek, Blenkinsop Creek, Swan Creek, and Viaduct Creek.
Fifty-nine reaches in total were evaluated and ratings ranged from non-functional to functionalat-risk
to proper functioning condition. The reaches that are functional at risk are the highest
priority for intervention and restoration.
Information Type report
Regional Watershed Vancouver Island South
Sub-watershed if known Colquitz River
Aquifer #
Comments
Project status complete
Contact Name Cori Barraclough
Contact Email [email protected]