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Due to the unique characteristics of the San Marcos River's headwaters, eight species were collected only in the headwaters of the river, while 14 species were collected only downstream of the headwaters. Six 181 stations were established along the San Marcos River to examine potential effects from point and nonpoint source inputs. Sites I and II were chosen to examine effects from a wastewater treatment facility discharge and fish hatchery outflow into the headwaters. Site 111 was chosen to examine effects from the confluence of the Blanco River. Sites IV and V were chosen to examine effects of oil field activity on the river. Site VI was chosen to give reference data for future use. 181 integrity classes for the sites were as follows: site I - good; site II - good; site Ill - good to excellent; site IV - fair; site V - fair; site VI - poor. 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Six 181 stations were established along the San Marcos River to examine potential effects from point and nonpoint source inputs. Sites I and II were chosen to examine effects from a wastewater treatment facility discharge and fish hatchery outflow into the headwaters. Site 111 was chosen to examine effects from the confluence of the Blanco River. Sites IV and V were chosen to examine effects of oil field activity on the river. Site VI was chosen to give reference data for future use. 181 integrity classes for the sites were as follows: site I - good; site II - good; site Ill - good to excellent; site IV - fair; site V - fair; site VI - poor. 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