Surface Water Samples Result A Miami-Dade County
About This Dataset
This dataset contains lab results from Miami-Dade's ongoing monitoring of surface water quality across the county's canals, rivers, and waterways. Scientists collect and test water samples regularly to track pollution levels, nutrient content, and other health indicators—helping the county understand water conditions, meet environmental regulations, and spot trends that might signal problems affecting our local ecosystems and recreation areas.
Why This Matters
- A researcher studying algae blooms in Biscayne Bay could access historical water quality data to identify patterns and pollution sources
- A homeowner concerned about water safety at their favorite canal-side park can check recent test results for contaminants or bacteria levels
- An environmental nonprofit advocating for canal cleanup uses this data to demonstrate pollution trends and push for restoration projects
Key Metadata
| Publisher | Miami-Dade County, Florida |
|---|---|
| Department | Regulatory and Economic Resources |
| Category | Production Content |
| Format | Feature Service |
| Last Updated | Updated 6 days ago |
| Rows | None |
| Civic Relevance | HIGH |
| Update Frequency | Weekly |
| Source | View on Open Data Portal |
| Keywords | water quality surface water testing canal pollution water samples lab results environmental monitoring Biscayne Bay water canal health contamination levels water safety |
Columns / Fields
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
OBJECTID |
integer | SurfaceWaterSamplesResult: OBJECTID |
UniqueId |
text | A unique identification number that distinguishes this individual sample and its analysis result from all others in the dataset. AI |
StationUniqueID |
text | A unique identifier for the specific sampling location or monitoring station where the sample was collected. AI |
DateCollected |
date | The calendar date when the water sample was physically collected from the surface water location. AI |
TimeCollected |
date | The time of day when the water sample was physically collected from the surface water location. AI |
SampleTypeCode |
text | A code classifying the type of sample collected, such as grab sample, composite sample, or replicate sample. AI |
ParamName |
text | The specific name of the water quality indicator or contaminant being tested, such as nitrate, dissolved oxygen, or coliform bacteria. AI |
ParamGroup |
text | A category or classification that groups related water quality parameters being measured, such as nutrients, bacteria, or metals. AI |
ParamYear |
integer | The year in which the parameter or water quality standard was established or updated. AI |
Units |
text | The unit of measurement for the test result value, such as milligrams per liter (mg/L), colony-forming units, or parts per million (ppm). AI |
AnalysisMethod |
text | The specific technique or procedure used in the laboratory to analyze the water sample and measure the contaminant or property being tested. AI |
LabQualCode |
text | A code indicating the quality or reliability status of the laboratory result, such as whether the result is valid, questionable, or rejected. AI |
DetectionLimit |
number | The minimum concentration of a substance that the laboratory equipment can reliably detect and measure in the sample. AI |
Value |
number | The numerical measurement or concentration of the water quality parameter found in the sample. AI |
DilutionFactor |
number | A number indicating how many times the original sample was diluted before analysis, used when samples are too concentrated to measure directly. AI |
Depth |
number | The distance below the water surface where the sample was taken, typically measured in feet or meters. AI |
DepthCode |
text | A coded classification that categorizes the sampling depth, such as surface, subsurface, or bottom layer. AI |
X_COORD |
number | The east-west geographic coordinate (longitude) of the sampling location, used for mapping and location reference. AI |
Y_COORD |
number | The north-south geographic coordinate (latitude) of the sampling location, used for mapping and location reference. AI |
SampleMatrix |
text | The type of material analyzed in the laboratory, indicating whether it is surface water, groundwater, sediment, or another medium. AI |
LabComments |
text | Notes or remarks added by the laboratory staff during the analysis process, such as issues encountered or special findings. AI |
Program |
text | The name of the environmental monitoring or assessment program under which this sample was collected. AI |
LabReportNumber |
text | The official report or batch number issued by the laboratory that documents this set of analysis results. AI |
FieldPrepCode |
text | A code describing how the sample was prepared or treated at the field location before being sent to the laboratory. AI |
GenComments |
text | General notes or observations about the sampling event, such as weather conditions or field observations. AI |
SampleMethod |
text | The specific procedure or protocol used to collect the water sample from the canal or water body. AI |
Laboratory |
text | The name of the testing facility or organization that performed the chemical or physical analysis of the water sample. AI |
LabDataID |
integer | A unique identification number assigned by the laboratory to track and reference this specific analysis result. AI |
Canal |
text | The name or identifier of the canal where the water sample was collected. AI |
WaterType |
text | The classification of the water being sampled, such as freshwater, brackish water, or saltwater. AI |
Water_Basin |
text | The geographic basin or drainage area to which the sampled canal or water body belongs. AI |
GlobalID |
text | SurfaceWaterSamplesResult: GlobalID |
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Quality Breakdown
A
Composite Score: 96%
Findings
- Row count not available