Various states use different classification systems to identify the designated uses and the water quality standards that will support that use. Ohio designates uses based on public use and the quality of habitat required for certain species types, recognizing that characteristics of habitat are directly related to water quality, and the fish and wildlife populations, which are very sensitive to habitat, can be relatively easily monitored.
Water quality designations reflect water quality goals for water bodies and watercourses. Water quality designation does not necessarily reflect existing conditions or imply it has been thoroughly sampled by the Ohio EPA.
The hydrology data obtained from Summit County were visually compared with other hard copy map sources for stream name identification. The hydrological data were then re-attributed with Stream Name & Ohio EPA documentation.
Water Supply Use Designations AWS Agricultural Water Supply IWS Industrial Water Supply
Recreational Use Designations PCR Primary Contact Resource SCR Secondary Contact Resource