Hamilton Harbour

The water level was lower than usual. low human traffic. Algae growth was extremely significant compared to other testing periods, unable to see the bottom of shallow water in most areas

The water level was considerably lower than the previous test periods. High human traffic during this time.

Taken alongside the boat docks (recreationally developed). The population of waterfowl and small fish seem to be more apparent, some medium-sized fish even being spotted close to shore. The water samples seem to be showing more consistent levels than when first starting in the sample area.

Location was recreationally developed, the sample was collected just off the side of a boat ramp. Larger groups of Canada geese than seen before in the last 2 weeks. Some minnows and gobies were spotted as well. Algae blooms along the water edge seemed sparse when compared to the weeks prior.

This sample was taken at the shoreline that was very developed for recreational use, with recent construction along the docks. Waterfowl and high concentrations of algae could be found within the testing area. Low humidity and mild-high winds, which have decreased both air and water temperature since last week's observations. Signs of new algae growth within the area.

This sample was taken at the shoreline that was very developed for recreational use, with recent construction along the docks. Waterfowl and high concentrations of algae could be found within the testing area. Humidity still very high, with higher-than-normal winds bringing intermittent rain

Located near the boat ramp of Pier 4 Yacht Club in Hamilton, ON. Water was tested along shoreline at a depth of approx. 0.5m.
Wildlife species within the vicinity include Canada Goose, Mallard ducks, small birds such as finch and sparrow. Water was clear but contained large amounts of pollution and algae. Testing area was well developed for recreational activities. Higher than normal winds brought along higher pollen concentrations and past 48hours were clear skies.

NOTE:
Ambient water temp. 6.5C
Al/pH/hardness readings taken @ water temp. 9.7C
PHOSPHATE reading was 5 ppm taken @ water temp. 19.7C
ACTUAL LOCATION:
43deg10min25s N. 79deg51min58s W
All sample from originally sterile plastic container, each time being rinsed 3x approx 1M from actual sampling site.