• Under low to average flow conditions ground water contributes a significant portion of the Choctawhatchee River's discharge and water quality.

• Under average to high flow conditions, the Choctawhatchee River contains more surface water and the ground water component is diluted.

• The quality of water discharged from the Choctawhatchee River springs is predominantly determined by the quality of ground water in the Floridan Aquifer.

• 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 13 Floridan Aquifer springs located in the Choctawhatchee River basin. There may be more springs that can be distinguished under lower stage conditions.