Interactive Data Collection Website
Welcome to the H2O Q data collection website
Engage with water chemistry, and contribute to the community of data.
- Community Science Data is for anyone that has the tools to measure pH, conductivity (TDS), phosphate, nitrate, dissolved oxygen, temperature, and/or turbidity. This data is for the educational purpose of practicing science, learning about water quality parameters, and engaging communities in our most precious natural resource.
- Quality assured methods or processes are recommended, but not necessary to contribute data. User beware!
Community science data
Community science invites participation from students, educators, and individuals with an interest in water quality. Anyone equipped to measure key parameters, such as pH, conductivity (TDS), phosphate, nitrate, dissolved oxygen, temperature, and turbidity, and alkalinity is encouraged to contribute data.
The primary goal of this initiative is educational. It provides an opportunity for participants to engage in scientific practices, increase their understanding of water quality indicators, and contribute to broader environmental awareness. Through local sampling efforts, contributors help build a more complete picture of regional water systems and encourage informed stewardship of natural resources.
Quality assured water quality data
While the use of calibrated instruments and standardized procedures is recommended to improve the level of participation in science the quality assurance of submitted data is not a requirement for participation. This platform welcomes contributions from all experience levels. However, contributors should be aware that data quality may vary. Caution is advised when interpreting results for research or decision-making purposes. Under development is a quality assured level of data. These data are collected and measured to current EPA standards. If you are interested, please contact us at h2oqchemistry@cmich.edu.
Additional Great Lakes databases
- Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Data
- Real Time Great Data
- NOAA - Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory
- USGS Water-Quality Data for the Nation
H2O Q data disclaimer
This map is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as such. The information on ArcGIS, is distributed and transmitted ‘as is’ without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including without limitations, warranties of title or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The American Chemical Society and Central Michigan University do not guarantee the accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of the information on this website. The Geographic Information System (GIS) made available through this website is developed and maintained by Central Michigan University and the American Chemical Society Midland Section. Use of materials and information constitutes acceptance of all disclaimers associated with these websites. GIS data is not the official record of The American Chemical Society. This data is made available for information purposes only!