Suspended Particulate Matter Concentrations in the St. Lawrence River

Suspended particulate matter (SPM) concentration data for the St. Lawrence River, segmented into 6 distinct zones from Montreal to Anticosti. The dataset is derived from multiple scientific studies and unpublished research data, compiled by Fisheries and Oceans Canada. It supports analysis of SPM's role in hydrocarbon transport and aggregation.

Use Cases

• Analyze SPM concentration variations across the 6 defined zones from Montreal to Anticosti.
• Model the interaction between SPM and hydrocarbons to study aggregate formation and sinking capacity.
• Use the geospatial zone data to map SPM distribution and identify areas of high turbidity.

Strengths

• Data is segmented into 6 distinct zones, providing structured spatial analysis units.
• Derived from multiple cited scientific studies, including peer-reviewed publications and unpublished research.
• Compiled by a federal government agency (Fisheries and Oceans Canada), indicating an authoritative source.

Limitations

• Specific row counts, column details, and sample data are unavailable, limiting assessment of dataset scale and granularity.
• Data values are derived from studies conducted at different times, potentially introducing temporal inconsistencies.
• The dataset's spatial coverage is limited to the St. Lawrence portion from Montreal to Anticosti.

Provenance

Source

Fisheries and Oceans Canada, incorporating data from multiple scientific studies and researchers.

Collection Method

Derived from multiple sources, including published studies and unpublished personal research data, aggregated and segmented into zones.

Time Range

Studies referenced span from 1974 to 2016, with personal data collected between 2015-2016.

Freshness

Last updated in March 2026, indicating recent maintenance.

Geography

St. Lawrence River, specifically the portion from Montreal to Anticosti, divided into 6 zones.