Faversham Creek: Water Quality Update

Recent independent sampling indicates elevated E. coli counts, posing potential health risks for direct contact activities such as swimming and rowing in specific areas of Faversham Creek.

Key Water Quality Indicators

We monitor critical parameters to provide a comprehensive picture of river health and safety for the Faversham community.

E. coli

Nitrates

BOD

A primary indicator of fecal contamination, directly impacting human health for water users.

Excess levels can lead to harmful algal blooms, depleting oxygen vital for aquatic life.

Biological Oxygen Demand measures organic pollution, indicating the oxygen consumed by microorganisms.

From Creek to Clear Data

Sample Collection

Lab Analysis

Data Publication

Trained volunteers collect water samples from designated points across Faversham Creek and its tributaries using sterile equipment.

Samples are transported for precise laboratory testing, measuring key pollutants like E. coli, nitrates, and ammonia.

Results are analyzed, contextualized, and published transparently on our website, ensuring public access to vital information.