Riparian Shoreline Assessment Data for Alberta Watersheds

Alberta's North Saskatchewan and Battle River watersheds contain a combined riparian assessment dataset covering approximately 35,400 kilometers of lake, river, stream, and creek shoreline. The dataset was created for the watershed councils by the Government of Alberta, integrating new and historical assessments using a consistent methodology. It was last updated in March 2026.

Use Cases

• Classifying shoreline habitat condition using geospatial assessment metrics.
• Analyzing riparian health trends by comparing new and historical assessment data for the same locations.
• Mapping the distribution and length of assessed shorelines within specific municipal or watershed boundaries.

Strengths

• Covers approximately 35,400 kilometers of assessed shoreline.
• Integrates data from multiple assessment periods into a single dataset.

Limitations

• Specific column names, data types, and row counts are not provided in the input.
• Geographic scope is primarily two watersheds in Alberta, limiting broader applicability.

Provenance

Source

Government of Alberta.

Collection Method

Field assessments of riparian habitat along shorelines, compiled with historical data using a consistent methodology.

Freshness

Last updated in March 2026.

Geography

Primarily the North Saskatchewan and Battle River watersheds in central Alberta, with some additional municipal areas.