What this tracks
This dataset maps the shoreline wetlands around Melvern Lake in Osage County, Kansas.
Why it matters to you
If you own lakeside property near Melvern Lake, this data shows where protected wetlands begin, which affects where you can build docks or clear vegetation. Anglers and kayakers can use it to identify shallow wetland areas that may be rich with wildlife but tricky to navigate. Local farmers can check if their land borders these protected zones before planning drainage or irrigation projects.
How to read this data
gridcode — Indicates wetland type (sample value: 1), though the specific meaning of codes isn’t provided in the schema.
area_sqm — The size of each wetland area in square meters (sample value: 27,416,777), helping gauge the scale of protected zones.
Try it yourself
Zoom in on the map near your property or favorite fishing spot to see if nearby wetlands fall within the protected shoreline zones.