The amount of oxygen found in the water is expressed as a concentration of
Here is a more detailed chart of what the DO should be for a water body based on what its intended use is:
Designated use | Lowest DO value |
Warm water fish | 5.0 |
Cold water fish spawning season |
6.0 7.0 |
Estuarine biota | 5.0 |
Recreation | 3.0 |