KSU Students' Environmental Study Raises Concerns at Sandy Springs Creeks

KENNESAW, Ga. (Nov 20, 2013) — Bank erosion, high E. coli counts, and weakened tree roots are some of the concerning findings at Marsh Creek and Long Island Creek by Kennesaw State University students.

Recent storms have caused an increase in nitrate levels and dissolved oxygen at both sites, students said. The students are certified by Georgia Adopt-A-Stream.

"These were things our community partner, the Watershed Alliance of Sandy Springs can actually use and take before the City Council of Sandy Springs to help them better manage the watershed," said Mark Patterson, in a video on the study. He is a professor and coordinator of the Environmental Studies program at KSU.