What this tracks
This dataset maps the shoreline wetlands around Marion Lake in Marion County, Kansas.
Why it matters to you
If you own lakeside property or operate a business near Marion Lake, this data shows where natural wetlands begin and end. Knowing these boundaries helps you understand flood risks during heavy rains and confirms whether your land falls under wetland protection rules before planning construction. Fishermen can also use this to identify prime habitats for shore-feeding fish.
How to read this data
gridcode — Classifies wetland types (sample value: 1, likely indicating a specific wetland category).
area_sqm — Shows the size of each wetland area in square meters (sample: 25,399,462 sqm — about 6,275 acres).
Try it yourself
Check the Marion Lake wetlands map to see if your property borders a protected wetland zone. (Note: Link is illustrative; replace with actual resource if available.)