Record Gulshan-Banani Lake edge condition near Korail from the public path (2026-07-18)

Korail, Dhaka's largest informal settlement, sits directly on the edge of Gulshan-Banani Lake, and the lake's water quality and edge condition are chronically degraded by untreated discharge. A standing photo record from the public path — without any water contact — tracks conditions for real restoration planning. Standard: UNEP freshwater ecosystem guidance + SDG 6.6 water-related ecosystems. Proof: Photo + GPS + written condition log from the public path Method (UNEP freshwater ecosystem guidance + SDG 6.6 water-related ecosystems.): 1. Walk only the public path along the lake edge — never step into the lake or its mud. 2. Photograph the lake edge in multiple directions, noting discharge points and litter. 3. Record GPS coordinates, date, and a written description of what you observed. 4. Note any strong odor or unusual discoloration without approaching closer. 5. Submit the photos and notes as your proof — do not touch, enter, or sample the lake. Done when: Photo + GPS + written condition log from the public path

Where

Gulshan-Banani Lake public path edge near Korail, Dhaka 1212

Pay

$80 proposed

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Proof

Photo + GPS + written condition log from the public path

This is exactly what gets it approved. Nothing settles without it.

Level

entry

Open until

2026-08-17

How this work is done

A documented method, so this packet comes out the same whoever does it. Typically 30–60 minutes. Method of record: EPA dry-weather / AMD field screening

Bring

• GPS phone
• pH meter or strips
• conductivity meter
• ammonia + iron test kit as specified
• surfactant screen if specified
• gloves
• camera

Steps

1. 1. Navigate to the outfall/reach; record GPS; photograph it, capturing any visible flow or staining.
2. 2. Note whether flow is present in dry weather (yes/no).
3. 3. Measure and record pH, conductivity, and each specified analyte per kit instructions.
4. 4. Log any color, odor, floc, or aquatic-life observation.
5. 5. Enter all readings with units, GPS, time, and photos into the proof record; sign.

If it does not match the plan

• Dry-weather flow present with elevated conductivity/ammonia/surfactants -> flag suspected illicit discharge for the responsible agency.
• pH < 6 with visible iron floc -> tag suspected acid mine drainage; recommend metals lab panel.

What counts as done

• pH + conductivity recorded with units
• Each specified analyte recorded with a value
• Dry-weather flow present? recorded yes/no
• GPS waypoint + timestamped photo

Proof is measured against these, not judged by taste.