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41.681151, -70.62044 41.685763, -70.61925
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Hen Cove Snapshot

53
out of 100
Bay Health Index (5-year average)
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53
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Supporting Data

Hen Cove: Handy Point (Station HC1)
Nitrogen, dissolved oxygen, algae, and water clarity measurements taken from association dock in Handy Point community. (41.681151, -70.62044)
Total Nitrogen
Dissolved Inorganic Nitrogen
Total Organic Nitrogen
Dissolved Oxygen
All Measurements
Average of Lowest 20%
Algal Pigments
Total Pigments
Water Clarity
Yearly Average
Hen Cove: Hen Cove Landing (Station HC2)
Nitrogen, dissolved oxygen, algae, and water clarity measurements taken from floating dock next to boat ramp at Hen Cove Landing. (41.685763, -70.61925)
Total Nitrogen
Dissolved Inorganic Nitrogen
Total Organic Nitrogen
Dissolved Oxygen
All Measurements
Average of Lowest 20%
Algal Pigments
Total Pigments
Water Clarity
Yearly Average

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