REMARKS.--Computed
discharge at this station may differ from individual measurements
because of changes in tidal influence, wind, or other factors. Flow
affected by tide and variable backwater from the Suwannee River.
Discharge computed from relation between artesian pressure at Manatee
Hickory Loop well, provided by Suwannee River Water Management
District. Prior to October 2012 discharge computed using different
methods.

Hydrographers measuring flow on October 16, 2002. |
During periods of higher water
levels the Suwannee River backs up into the spring run. The water
quality data collected during these periods is not representative of
water coming from the spring, but the Suwannee River.