Econfina Creek

• Under low to moderate-flow conditions, ground water makes up the majority of Econfina Creek’s discharge and the quality of water discharged from the Econfina Creek springs is predominantly determined by the quality of ground water in the Floridan Aquifer.

• Under high-flow conditions, Econfina Creek contains more surface water and the ground water component is diluted.

• The ground water contribution zone in for the Econfina Creek springs is large and encompasses a significant portion of the Creek's surface water basin. The Econfina Creek discharge increases greatly as it passes through the springs' area.

• Water quality in the Floridan Aquifer and the springs’ discharge is vulnerable to land use activities in the contribution zone. The springs are particularly vulnerable to those activities proximal to them.

• There are at least 39 individual spring vents located in the middle Econfina Creek basin. There may be more springs that could be distinguished under lower stage conditions.