Various data sets of gauged water quality parameters are available on waterinfo. This includes parameters such as acidity, oxygen content and salinity of the water. Sediment concentrations and turbidity are also measured at various locations.
You can also find measurements of salinization in watercourses on Waterinfo. The monitoring network consists of sensors from the Flemish Environment Agency, the Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory, and the Internet of Water research project. Additional information about salinization in the coastal polders can be found on the VMM salinization dashboard.
In addition, flow velocity and water temperature measurements are carried out at a large number of locations. Flow velocity measurements are of crucial importance as they are used to determine flow. All these parameters are measured automatically and can be immediately and continuously viewed and downloaded.
Various monitoring programs (MONEOS, OMES) are being implemented along the Scheldt estuary to build up system knowledge and provide advice to administrators. Within these monitoring programs, the HIC measures numerous water quality parameters that increase insight into the physical, ecological and chemical functioning of the estuary. The measurements are carried out in the estuary itself, as well as at the edges of the system.
Measurement data about wastewater, overflows, sediments and the results of laboratory analyzes after sampling can be found on the VMM's Geoloket Water Quality.
The presence of toxic blue-green algae can have an impact on water quality. An overview of the findings regarding blue-green algae can be found on the following pages:
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