Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper works to identify water quality threats and improve water quality in Western New York.
Our long-standing water quality monitoring program, Riverwatch, and other staff led water quality data collection efforts provides a regular stream of data and information allowing us to maintain a strong understanding of our local waterways conditions and threats. This data is used to educate volunteers, community members, and elected officials and advocate for water quality improvements.
Water Quality Data Collection Efforts
Niagara River/Lake Erie Watershed Water Quality Data
Riverwatch volunteers collect baseline water quality data each year at sites throughout the Niagara River/Lake Erie Watershed. Explore the data collected, as well as locations of Combined Sewer Outfalls and more on the map below. Click ‘Show map details’ for symbol descriptions. Use the + and – symbols in the bottom right corner of the map to zoom in and out. Click on a symbol for more information. Here is a direct link to the map, too.
Report Pollution or a Water Quality Issue
As a member of the community, you are our best ally to be a champion for our waterways. Don’t let pollution go unnoticed. If you see something, say something. Learn how to report possible pollution incidents.
We will not share your name or contact information without your permission.
2024 Riverwatch Water Quality Report
The Riverwatch report is an educational tool providing information about water quality in the Western New York region. Included in this report:
- Baseline water quality data collected by citizen scientists
- Bacteria data collected
- Information regarding ongoing and emerging sources of pollution
- Solutions to ongoing pollution
- Ways to get involved with Waterkeeper to help further our mission
