Urban Lake Litter Impact Assessment Checklist

Basic Information

Date of Assessment Location (Lake Name & Exact Area) Assessor(s) Name

Litter Types Observed

• Plastic (bottles, bags, containers)
• Metal (cans, foils)
• Glass
• Paper & Cardboard
• Textile/Fabric
• Organic (food waste, yard waste)
• Other

Litter Distribution

Estimated Coverage Area (m² or description) Most Affected Zones

Impact Observed

• Water Quality Issues (color, odor, turbidity)
• Affects Wildlife (entanglement, ingestion)
• Affects Aquatic Plants
• Blockage of Outlets/Drainage
• Other

Notes / Observations

Suggested Actions