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Pesticides in surface waters: Current understanding of distribution and major influences

August 1, 1997

This report summarizes a comprehensive analysis of existing information on national and regional patterns of pesticide occurrence in surface waters of the United States and the major influences on the sources and transport of pesticides. It is one of a four-part series that synthesizes current knowledge and understanding of pesticides in the nation's water resources as part of the National Water Quality Assessment Program.

Publication Year 1997
Title Pesticides in surface waters: Current understanding of distribution and major influences
DOI 10.3133/fs03997
Authors Steven J. Larson, Paul D. Capel, Michael S. Majewski
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Fact Sheet
Series Number 039-97
Index ID fs03997
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization U.S. Geological Survey