Hydrology of soil types data product

In this Hydrology of Soil Types (HOST) dataset, 29 soil classes are grouped by hydrological properties, particularly their ability to transmit water both vertically and horizontally. The dominant HOST class and a percentage breakdown by HOST classes are available for each 1km square. HOST is used to estimate the Baseflow Index (BFI) and standard percentage runoff, from which low flow and flood statistics can be generated for ungauged catchments.

Technical Features

  • Scale: 1km gridded dataset
  • Units: 29 soil classes
  • Supply Format: Arc/Info Grid ASCII
  • Coverage: UK

 

Publications

Boorman, D B, Hollis, J M & Lilly, A 1995. Hydrology of soil types: a hydrologically based classification of the soils of the United Kingdom. Institute of Hydrology Report No. 126. 137pp.

Obtaining a licence

To obtain a licence, please contact the UKCEH Data Licensing Team by email or via our data request form:

Email: spatialdata@ceh.ac.uk

 

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Hydrology of Soil Types sample