Virginia officials are developing a plan to address high levels of bacteria and sediment in a 13.2-mile segment of the Bluestone River in Tazewell County.

The plan drafted by the Department of Conservation and Recreation calls for replacing failing septic systems, removing direct discharges of human waste to streams, septic system pump outs, residential rain gardens, streambank stabilization and a pest waste disposal and educational program.

It also proposes pasture management, stream bank stabilization and other steps to reduce bacteria and sediment from agricultural sources.

A public meeting on the plan is set for Thursday at the Bluefield Town Hall. A 30-day public comment period will begin that day.