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Core Indicator 1: Awareness of water resource problems and its consequences
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Measures and Survey ItemsResponse Scale
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Measure 1: Perception of water quality and water protection
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To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Strongly disagree to strongly agree
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Water resources in [watershed/county/city] are adequately protected
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Water resources in Minnesota need better protection
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How would you characterize the quality of water in the ditch, stream, lake, or river closest to you? Very poor to very good
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How would you characterize the quality of water in the [River/lake name]?
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Measure 2: Awareness of consequences of water pollution
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To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Strongly disagree to strongly agree
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Water pollution affects human health
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Water pollution can affect my lifestyle.
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Excessive water runoff causes soil and nutrient loss.
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Water pollution poses serious threats to the quality of life in my community
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Measure 3: Awareness of pollutant types and sources of pollutants
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In your opinion, how much of a problem are the following water pollutants/issues in your [watershed/county/city]? Not a problem to severe problem
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Sediment (cloudiness)
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Phosphorus
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Nitrogen in surface water
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Nitrogen in drinking water
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Algae
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Flooding
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Drought
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E. coli (bacteria)
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Pesticides
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Herbicides
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Non-native and invasive aquatic plants
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Non-native and invasive aquatic animals
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In your opinion, how much of a problem are the following potential sources of water pollutants/issues in your [watershed/county/city]? Not a problem to severe problem
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Industrial discharge to streams, rivers, and lakes
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Urban land development
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Improperly sized/maintained septic systems
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Soil erosion from farmland
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Wind erosion
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Stream bank erosion
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Fertilizer management for lawn/turf care
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Fertilizer management for crop production
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Livestock operations
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Tile drainage
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Surface ditch drainage
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Grass clippings and leaves entering storm drains
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Urban/suburban water runoff
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Unregulated contaminants (e.g., pharmaceuticals, personal care products)
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Natural causes (e.g., natural erosion, wildlife)
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Increased frequency or intensity of storms
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Pesticide/herbicide application
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Confined animal feedlot operations (CAFOS)
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