Practice Calculating the VA SOS Metrics
Time to put what you’ve learned into use by calculating individual metrics and ecological condition score. You will need a simple calculator and pencil and paper to record your answers.
Calculate the VA SOS Multimetric Index for:
- Difficult Run in Fairfax, Virginia
- Maury River in Rockbridge County, Virginia
- Stroubles Creek in Blacksburg, Virginia
Note: This is fictional data created solely for practice calculations, and does not necessarily represent the true condition of these streams!