Resources

Papers & Publications


The Banklick Watershed Based Plan (Exec. Summary)
The Banklick Watershed Based Plan (Full Document) - Completed by the Watershed Council in 2010, this outlines our plan for improving the Banklick. 

Characterization Report - Completed by SD1, this comprehensive document provides a thorough review of the potential sources within the watershed.

Flood Damage Reduction Study - Corps of Engineers (2000)

Septic Guide For Homeowners - US EPA

The Banklick Watershed -Based Plan

Banklick Watershed-Based Plan is the framework for our activities to improve the Banklick Creek and its tributaries.  With this plan, the Banklick Watershed Council (BWC) is eligible for receiving 319(h) funds, which are available to agencies with approved plans for improving a watershed. 

The Plan identifies the key pollutants of concern in the Banklick; bacteria (fecal coliform), sediment (total suspended solids) and nutrients.  There are several sources to consider for these parameters:
  • Bacteria - Possible sources include sewer overflows, failing septic systems, agricultural runoff and pet waste.
  • Sediment - Construction site runoff?  Sure, BUT even more so...we're seeing sediment in NKY's streams is coming from erosion of the actual streambank itself, due to too much water and too high of stream velocities.
  • Nutrients - Fertilizer use and sewer overflows.
The Plan was developed to guide the Banklick Watershed Council and all its partners in watershed improvement efforts, but it is further hoped that it will stimulate watershed residents, businesses, and others to join in those efforts.