AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Arun and Rother Farmscoper

Farmscoper - FARM SCale Optimisation of Pollutant Emission Reductions. Farmscoper is a decision support tool that can be used to estimate diffuse agricultural pollutant loads on a farm and quantify the impacts of farm mitigation methods on these pollutants. The farm systems within the tool can be customised to reflect management and environmental conditions representative of farming across England and Wales. The tool contains over 100 mitigation methods, including many of those in the latest Defra Mitigation Method User Guide. FARMSCOPER was originally developed under Defra project WQ0106. It was expanded under Defra Project SCF0104 to include additional pollutants and two new workbooks – one providing greater detail on the costs of mitigation method implementation, the other allowing the tool to be applied at catchment to national scale. Under Environment Agency funding, the catchment scale data has been updated to 2015, with data now included for a range of smaller spatial scales. New documentation on applying Farmscoper at smaller spatial scales is included in the installation package.
Teme Farmscoper

Farmscoper - FARM SCale Optimisation of Pollutant Emission Reductions. Farmscoper is a decision support tool that can be used to estimate diffuse agricultural pollutant loads on a farm and quantify the impacts of farm mitigation methods on these pollutants. The farm systems within the tool can be customised to reflect management and environmental conditions representative of farming across England and Wales. The tool contains over 100 mitigation methods, including many of those in the latest Defra Mitigation Method User Guide. FARMSCOPER was originally developed under Defra project WQ0106. It was expanded under Defra Project SCF0104 to include additional pollutants and two new workbooks – one providing greater detail on the costs of mitigation method implementation, the other allowing the tool to be applied at catchment to national scale. Under Environment Agency funding, the catchment scale data has been updated to 2015, with data now included for a range of smaller spatial scales. New documentation on applying Farmscoper at smaller spatial scales is included in the installation package.
Ribble Citizen Science monitoring locations

Ribble Rivers Trust's Citizen Scientists collect water quality data for a number of reasons: 1. As part of our [RiverBlitzes]: a 1-day event where 10-15 locations across the same waterbody catchment are sampled, to home in on sources of pollution. 2. As part of monthly monitoring of RRT's projects sites both pre- and post-works, to measure the impact the interventions have had on improving water quality. 3. As part of monthly “surveilance” monitoring by a community group to monitor the health of their local rivers, including to complement or fill in the gaps in RRT's own monitoring. Which water quality parameters are being tested? Ribble Rivers Trust's Citizen Scientists test water samples for the following parameters*: * Temperature (degrees C). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * pH (pH units). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Electrical conductivity (uS). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Total dissolved solids (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Orthophosphate as P (PO4-P) (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-713 Low Range Phosphate Checker for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums | Hanna Instruments UK], as per the best practice guidance set out by CaSTCo ([Method audit: Phosphate – Hanna Checker - CastCo]) * Unionised ammonia (NH3) (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-700 Ammonia Low Range Colorimeter - Checker HC (0.00 to 3.00ppm)], utilising CaSTCo's best practice principles for the similar phosphate checker (see above). * Turbidity (FTU). Equipment used: [HI-93703-11 Portable ISO Compliant Turbidity Meter with Data Logging and PC Connectivity] * E.coli (cfu/100ml). Equipment used: [R-CARD® EC - E. Coli - Rapid Test - Accurate Count - Carton of 500 – Roth Biosciences, LLC] *Note that there will be samples - especially those collected prior to March 2025 - that were not tested for all parameters. Why can you not see the raw data? Landowners allow our Citizen Scientists to access their land on the provision that the data collected is not shared in the public domain. RRT & partners are working closely with landowners and businesses to remedy pollution sources identified by the data. To publish the raw data could lead to a breakdown of trust and prevent improvements from being delivered. To request access to the raw data, contact admin@ribbletrust.com, stating the purpose for which you require the data. We will assess each request on a case-by-case basis. Terms of use Data displayed in this layer may be used for purposes permitted by the Creative Commons license CC BY-SA 4.0 License.
Ribble staff water quality monitoring locations (using Citizen Science methods)

Ribble Rivers Trust's staff collect water quality data for a number of reasons: 1. At each of the 300+ sites that we survey each summer to assess the salmonid fish populations. To help build a picture of why certain fish results might be being observed. 2. As spot samples when carrying out any site visits or other activities next to a river. E.g. farm advice visits, education or engagement events, overseeing contractors, etc. 3. As part of monitoring of RRT's projects sites both pre- and post-works, to measure the impact the interventions have had on improving water quality. Which water quality parameters are being tested? Ribble Rivers Trust's staff test water samples for the following parameters*. The equipment and methods used are identical to those employed by the Trust's Citizen Scientists. * Temperature (degrees C). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * pH (pH units). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Electrical conductivity (uS). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Total dissolved solids (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-98129 Pocket EC/TDS and pH Tester, Low Range] * Orthophosphate as P (PO4-P) (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-713 Low Range Phosphate Checker for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums | Hanna Instruments UK], as per the best practice guidance set out by CaSTCo ([Method audit: Phosphate – Hanna Checker - CastCo]) * Unionised ammonia (NH3) (ppm). Equipment used: [HI-700 Ammonia Low Range Colorimeter - Checker HC (0.00 to 3.00ppm)], utilising CaSTCo's best practice principles for the similar phosphate checker (see above). * Turbidity (FTU). Equipment used: [HI-93703-11 Portable ISO Compliant Turbidity Meter with Data Logging and PC Connectivity] * E.coli (cfu/100ml). Equipment used: [R-CARD® EC - E. Coli - Rapid Test - Accurate Count - Carton of 500 – Roth Biosciences, LLC] *Note that there will be samples that were not tested for all parameters. Why can you not see the raw data? Landowners allow our Citizen Scientists to access their land on the provision that the data collected is not shared in the public domain. RRT & partners are working closely with landowners and businesses to remedy pollution sources identified by the data. To publish the raw data could lead to a breakdown of trust and prevent improvements from being delivered. To request access to the raw data, contact admin@ribbletrust.com, stating the purpose for which you require the data. We will assess each request on a case-by-case basis. Terms of use Data displayed in this layer may be used for purposes permitted by the Creative Commons license CC BY-SA 4.0 License.
BART Monitoring Locations

This dataset contains the site locations used for river health monitoring in the Bristol Avon catchment and surrounding areas. These locations form part of the wider RiverHub platform – a central dashboard for exploring and understanding the health of our rivers. RiverHub brings together data collected by: * Citizen scientists, including volunteers for the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART), Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, and partners involved in the River Detectives, Water Guardians, and Riverfly Monitoring Initiative (RMI) projects. * Wessex Water, who carry out routine water quality monitoring across their operating region. ### What the full RiverHub dataset includes While this dataset only hosts the monitoring site locations, the wider RiverHub platform provides detailed water quality data, including: * Nutrients: Phosphate, total phosphorus, nitrate, ammoniacal nitrogen * Indicators of ecological stress: Dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), turbidity, conductivity, suspended solids * Biological monitoring: Riverfly surveys and E. coli sampling at inland bathing sites * Physical parameters: Temperature and total dissolved solids These measurements help track the impacts of pollution, nutrient loading, habitat degradation, and climate change on river ecosystems. Data is collected both through professional monitoring by Wessex Water and through regular sampling by trained citizen scientists. ### Why it matters Monitoring river health at these sites provides vital evidence to: * Detect and respond quickly to pollution incidents * Track long-term trends in water quality * Engage communities in looking after their local rivers * Support river restoration and management decisions For full access to the raw data, monitoring results, and interactive dashboards, visit the RiverHub website.
Rivers Trust Salmonid Grades 2022 to 2024

These data are the final result of electrofishing surveys conducted by Westcountry, West Cumbria, Ribble and South Cumbria Rivers Trusts between 2022 and 2024. The cut off length between fry and parr was estimated using expert judgement. This was used to estimate the fry count per survey. These data are formatted in long format with only one grade attribute and one count attribute. Filtering is performed using the species attribute. To download these data and raw electrofishing results see [https://monitoringhub.catchmentbasedapproach.org/pages/getdata] [1] Zippin, C. 1956. An evaluation of the removal method of estimating animal populations. Biometrics 12:163– 169. 9
EA WQA summary statistics

This layer shows the locations of Environment Agency water quality sampling sites, extracted from the Open WIMS Water Quality Archive, for six key chemical water quality indicators. Each site is linked to its corresponding CaBA Partnership ID. The Open WIMS archive was queried to identify sampling locations associated with major chemical indicators. Data was grouped and pivoted by site, and summary statistics (minimum, mean, and maximum values) were calculated for each year. The annual number of samples per site is also included. Additionally, these sites were compared with those in the Environment Agency’s WFD Classification dataset to identify sampling points that share the same coordinates. The data are symbolised by chemical determinant. The Environment Agency Water Quality Archive provides data from sampling points across England, including rivers, lakes, ponds, canals, estuaries, coastal waters, and groundwaters. Sampling is carried out for various purposes such as permit compliance, pollution investigations, and routine environmental monitoring. The archive contains data dating back to 2000. This layer includes only data from 2022, 2023, and 2024, and focuses on the following indicators: Orthophosphate, Electrical Conductivity, pH, Ammonia, Dissolved Oxygen, Nitrate and TDS. The full archive is available via the Environment Agency’s Open WIMS website.
Eutrophication WoE Assessment - National Layer 2020/21

The process of Eutrophication is formally defined (in the UWWTD and Nitrates Directive) as: “…the enrichment of water by nutrients, especially compounds of nitrogen and/or phosphorus, causing an accelerated growth of algae and higher forms of plant life to produce an undesirable disturbance to the balance of organisms present in the water and to the quality of the water concerned…” UWWTD (Art. 2(11), 91/271/EEC) It is estimated that eutrophication costs around £75 to 115 million per year in England and Wales- damage costs which include: Reduced value of waterfront dwellings, drinking water treatment costs for nitrogen removal, reduced recreational and amenity value of water bodies, drinking water treatment costs for removal of algal toxins and decomposition products, negative ecological effects on biota, net economic losses from the tourist industry. ([Jules et al, 2003]) This weight of evidence layer is based on the decision support tool that combines multiple strands of evidence around nutrient impacts in a standardised manner to provide an assessment of the likelihood that a given WFD waterbody is impacted by eutrophication pressure. The certainty given to each waterbody is obtained from formal WFD Classifications, derived from the statistical confidence class. The tool uses matrices to combine confidence from individual elements to an overall certainty of there being a eutrophication impact.
Mersey Rivers Trust Citizen Science Data

What is being measured (including unit information): Water quality: Phosphate PO4 (ppb), Nitrate NO3 (ppm), Ammonia (ppm), Phosphate PO4-P (ppb), Ammoniacal Nitrogen NH3-N (ppm), Temperature (°C). Outfall safari: Size of the outfall (according to ranking), rank the aesthetics of the outfall, rank the flow of the outfall, and identify any litter, including sewage debris. Training: In-person training using the written procedures and demonstration of all systems. Reinforced by regular group communications and a Citizen Science Hub on Mersey Rivers Trust. Methods and Equipment used: Water Quality: For water blitzes, Mersey Rivers Trust uses Hanna Checkers for Phosphate (HI-713) and Ammoniacal Nitrogen (NH3-N) (HI-715). We are trialling how we use Hanna Checkers with River Guardians, who regularly submit data. For all River Guardians water quality testing, we use LaMotte test strips, Insta-TEST Low Range Phosphate Test Strips, Insta-TEST Nitrate Test Strips, and Insta-TEST Ammonia Test Strips. Outfall safari: One of the significant threats to water quality in urban rivers is misconnected pipes, which pollute our local watercourses and compromise the biodiversity and amenity value of our waterways. This is a citizen science method for systematically inspecting, recording, and mapping the behaviour of outfalls from our local watercourses. This data builds on information gathered from previous surveys conducted by the Environment Agency and the local water company under the Water Framework Directive. Quality Assurance processes: Data gathered via EpiCollect and Cartographer were downloaded and reviewed by the program coordinator; location data were checked; input values were compared to previous readings at the same location; and unusual values were reviewed. Any necessary calculations are performed by the coordinator, not by individual scientists. Monthly report published by program coordinator on the Mersey Rivers Trust and emailed to the Newsletter email list. Timescale: Ongoing. The project started in March 2022. Data from February 2017 – present. This dataset is static at the moment, but we are working on ways to ensure it gets updated on a regular basis. Contact info: riverguardians@merseyrivers.org A detailed dashbaord view of the Water Quality Test Strips data is viewable here: [https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4cba569329a1474292535f26aaf2f09e]
Riverfly Monitoring Initiative RICT Model 44 Targets and Triggers

The data are designed to support the [Riverfly Monitoring Initiative] by defining: * Target Score: the expected RMI score for a monitoring site. * Trigger Level: the score that indicates a potential change in ecological condition and signals the need for further investigation. The dataset was produced by the [Catchment System Thinking Cooperative (CaSTCo)] using the [River Invertebrate Classification Tool], [Defra Model 44 input variables], and the [Open River Network]. These data are intended to guide and standardize the interpretation of riverfly monitoring results across England and Wales, supporting early detection of ecological change and promoting catchment-based management. Spatial resolution: 50 m along the river network. Intended use: For setting site-specific riverfly target scores and trigger levels at monitoring locations. Guidance Document The guidance document on how these data were made can be found [here].
EA Phosphorus standards for Rivers 2022 (mg/L)

Environment Agency 2022 River Site Specific Phosphate standards, as used in WFD assessments. From cycler 2 in 2015 Water Framework Directive (WFD) Assessment sample sites are assessed for Phosphate using site specific standards (see [method statement]) The standards used in this dataset are for orthophosphate as phosphorus in mg/l The targets are annual averages and are only used when the EA have over 8 readings. Therefore if a method measures orthophosphate as phosphate (PO4) - such as the HI-713 Hanna P meter, then you would need to divide your measurement by 3.065 to compare these EA thresholds. The thresholds are calculated once every three years (Each time EA runs a classification) Waterbody_ID - The reference ID of a waterbody. A waterbody is unit of surface water, being the whole (or part) of a stream, river or canal, lake or reservoir, estuary or stretch of coastal water. Sampling point ID - The reference ID of a sampling point, where water samples are collected. This reference is created by combining the 2 character reference showing which WIMS database the original data is stored on, followed by the sites unique ID in that database. Site_Name - The description or name of the sample site Site_Easting - The easting spatial reference of the sample site Site_Northing - The northing spatial reference of the sample site Altitude - The altitude reference in metres used in the calculation of the class boundaries Alkalinity - The alkalinity reference in mg CaCO3/L used in the calculation of the class boundaries High to Good - Site specific boundary value in mg/l, between the categories of High and Good based on default biological EQRs Good to Moderate - Site specific boundary value in mg/l, between the categories of Good and Moderate based on default biological EQRs Moderate to Poor - Site specific boundary value in mg/l, between the categories of Moderate and Poor based on default biological EQRs Poor to Bad - Site specific boundary value in mg/l, between the categories of Poor and Bad based on default biological EQRs Please note that sample points are duplicated where they are used to classify more than 1 waterbody (the sample points are not always located within the waterbody) Please note: these thresholds are meant to be used for guidance, we have not published these thresholds as a replacement for WFD assessments. The comparison with your data and these thresholds should not be used to replace official monitoring.
Riverfly

Riverfly Monitoring Initiative survey data for sites in the UK and Ireland contains total scores and individual group scores for each survey date. Data are collected by trained volunteers to a nationally recognised standard and compared to a trigger level. If scores fall below that trigger level, this is reported to the environmental regulator for investigation. Volunteers upload their survey data to the Cartographer platform and records are verified by local coordinators. Verified data is automatically pulled into this ArcGIS Online feature layer daily. Explore the full dataset and graphs at: [https://riverflydata.org/ ] Riverflies are invertebrates that spend most of their life cycle in rivers, streams, ponds, or lakes. Along with other freshwater invertebrates, they are a vital part of the freshwater ecosystem and food chain. RMI focuses on three key groups: • [Mayflies (Ephemeroptera) ] • [Caddisflies / Sedges (Trichoptera) ] • [Stoneflies (Plecoptera) ] Their limited mobility, long life cycles, year-round presence, and sensitivity to environmental changes make them excellent indicators of water quality, pollution, siltation, and low flows. Visit [Riverfly Monitoring Initiative (RMI) ]to learn how citizen scientists help protect river health by monitoring riverfly populations.
Extended Riverfly - Silt and Flow

Riverfly Monitoring Initiative survey data for sites in the UK and Ireland includes total scores and individual group scores for each survey date. Data are collected by trained volunteers to a nationally recognised standard and compared to a trigger level. If scores fall below that trigger level, this is reported to the environmental regulator for investigation. The Extended Riverfly approach builds on the standard ARMI method by generating two indices: Water Quality Score (WQS) and Silt & Flow Score (SFS). These use aquatic invertebrates to help distinguish between organic pollution and physical habitat degradation. This dataset shows SFS data. To view WGS data, see: [View WQS Dataset ] Volunteers upload their survey data to the Cartographer platform, where it is verified by local coordinators. Verified data is automatically pulled into this ArcGIS Online feature layer daily. Explore the full dataset and graphs at: [https://riverflydata.org/ ] Riverflies are aquatic invertebrates that spend most of their life cycle in rivers, streams, ponds, or lakes. They are a vital part of freshwater ecosystems and the aquatic food chain. RMI focuses on three key groups: • [Mayflies (Ephemeroptera) ] • [Caddisflies / Sedges (Trichoptera) ] • [Stoneflies (Plecoptera) ] Their limited mobility, relatively long life cycles, year-round presence, and sensitivity to environmental changes make them excellent indicators of water quality, pollution, siltation, and low flows. Visit [Riverfly Monitoring Initiative (RMI) ]to learn how citizen scientists help protect river health by monitoring riverfly populations.
Extended Riverfly - Water Quality

Riverfly Monitoring Initiative survey data for sites in the UK and Ireland includes total scores and individual group scores for each survey date. Data are collected by trained volunteers to a nationally recognised standard and compared to a trigger level. If scores fall below that trigger level, this is reported to the environmental regulator for investigation. The Extended Riverfly approach builds on the standard ARMI method by generating two indices: Water Quality Score (WQS) and Silt & Flow Score (SFS). These use aquatic invertebrates to help distinguish between organic pollution and physical habitat degradation. This dataset shows WQS data. To view SFS data, see: [View SFS Dataset ] Volunteers upload their survey data to the Cartographer platform, where it is verified by local coordinators. Verified data is automatically pulled into this ArcGIS Online feature layer daily. Explore the full dataset and graphs at: [https://riverflydata.org/ ] Riverflies are aquatic invertebrates that spend most of their life cycle in rivers, streams, ponds, or lakes. They are a vital part of freshwater ecosystems and the aquatic food chain. RMI focuses on three key groups: • [Mayflies (Ephemeroptera) ] • [Caddisflies / Sedges (Trichoptera) ] • [Stoneflies (Plecoptera) ] Their limited mobility, relatively long life cycles, year-round presence, and sensitivity to environmental changes make them excellent indicators of water quality, pollution, siltation, and low flows. Visit [Riverfly Monitoring Initiative (RMI) ]to learn how citizen scientists help protect river health by monitoring riverfly populations.