Watershed-level Relative Risk Models for the South River (Virginia, USA)

Conference poster describing Bayesian network-based watershed-level Relative Risk Models (RRMs) developed for the South River, Virginia to evaluate ecological risks from mercury and other stressors. Models compare baseline and remedial scenarios (load reduction, interim remedial measure, ambient), assess receptors (smallmouth bass, Carolina wren) and ecosystem services (fishing, boating/swimming), and highlight spatial variability and management implications.