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Summer water quality report shows impacts of Big Sioux River flooding

This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio.

In June, historic rainfall caused massive flooding along the Big Sioux River. Some cities, including Sioux Falls and Vermillion, discharged partially treated wastewater into nearby rivers during the event.

We're going to explore how this may have impacted water quality in the Big Sioux River watershed with the nonprofit Friends of the Big Sioux River.

Director Travis Entenman takes us into their latest water quality report. Find the full report here.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ari Jungemann is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.