Plumpton Agricultural Land Classification Survey: Scanned Maps and Reports 1989-1999
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Description
ALCR04292 is a detailed post-1988 Agricultural Land Classification survey for the Plumpton and Plumpton Wood area. The dataset contains scanned original paper maps and survey reports from detailed site surveys conducted between 1989 and 1999 by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. It includes soil data and pit descriptions for some surveys, with maps at scales from 1:5,000 to 1:50,000.
Use Cases
Classify agricultural land capability based on the detailed grading methodology described in the survey reports.
Analyze soil characteristics and variability based on the unedited sample point soils data and soil pit descriptions.
Map land quality subdivisions, such as Grade 3a and 3b, for regional planning and agricultural development.
Digitize and integrate historical land classification maps into modern GIS systems for change analysis.
Strengths
Includes original scanned maps and reports, preserving detailed historical survey methodology.
Surveys use a defined grading system with subdivisions (e.g., Grade 3a and 3b) for finer classification.
Contains supplementary soil data and pit descriptions for some survey sites.
Limitations
Row count and file formats are unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
Last update date is unknown; freshness unverified.
Provenance
Source
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food; data provided by Natural England and the Government Digital Service.
Collection Method
Detailed site surveys involving soil analysis and mapping, following the 'Agricultural Land Classification of England and Wales' methodology.
Time Range
1989 to 1999
Freshness
Data collection occurred between 1989 and 1999; update frequency is unknown.