2015 Street Tree Census Dataset

Uncover the Secrets of NYC's Urban Forest: Explore the 2015 Street Tree Census Tree Data

The 2015 Street Tree Census dataset comprises detailed information on over 680,000 trees across New York City's five boroughs, including species, health, and location. To enhance usability, we have appended Placekeys to the dataset, facilitating seamless integration with other datasets. You can download the enriched dataset directly from this page.

Data Schema

 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
Field NameDescription
tree_idUnique identifier for the tree.
block_idIdentifier for the block where the tree is located.
created_atTimestamp of when the record was created.
tree_dbhTree diameter at breast height.
stump_diamDiameter of the tree stump, if applicable.
curb_locLocation of the tree relative to the curb.
statusCurrent status of the tree (e.g., alive, dead).
healthHealth condition of the tree.
spc_latinLatin name of the tree species.
spc_commonCommon name of the tree species.
latitudeLatitude of the tree's location.
longitudeLongitude of the tree's location.
addressStreet address of the tree's location.
postcodePostcode of the area where the tree is located.
boroughBorough where the tree is located.
community boardCommunity board associated with the tree's location.
council districtCouncil district where the tree is located.
placekeyPlacekey, a unique identifier for geographic locations.
 

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Geography

New York City

The dataset covers the geographic area of New York City, encompassing all five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. It provides detailed information on the trees located along the streets within this urban environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 2015 Street Tree Census?
The 2015 Street Tree Census dataset is a detailed collection of data on over 600,000 street trees across New York City. It includes information such as tree species, size, condition, and location, collected by volunteers and city staff. This dataset supports urban forestry management, sustainability efforts, and community involvement in maintaining the health of the city’s urban forest.
What is the history of this dataset?

The 2015 Street Tree Census was conducted and managed by NYC Parks in partnership with volunteers, community organizations, and local residents. The census aimed to collect detailed information about every street tree in New York City, engaging over 2,300 volunteers to map over 685,000 trees across the five boroughs. This effort provides crucial data for city planning, environmental efforts, and public engagement in urban forestry.

How often is the data updated?

Never

What is the coverage and what is included in this dataset?
The 2015 Street Tree Census: Tree Data dataset covers the entire city of New York, with detailed information on over 680,000 trees. The dataset includes tree species, trunk diameter, curb location, health condition, and stewardship status. This extensive dataset is valuable for environmental studies, urban planning, and community engagement projects. Recently, it also includes details on sidewalk issues and census block data for more granular analysis.
Why is 2015 Street Tree Census valuable?

The dataset is valuable because it provides comprehensive information about the distribution, species, and health of street trees in New York City, aiding in urban planning, environmental research, and community projects.

How do I join this dataset with other datasets?

NYC Street Tree Census data has been appended with placekeys in order to make it easy to merge with other placekeyed data.

Dataset at a glance

Dataset Name
2015 Street Tree Census
Description
2015 Street Tree Census - Tree Data in New York City.
Update Frequency
Never
Coverage
New York City
Data Quality
Not assessed
Dataset Size
684k rows
Maintained By

NYC Department of Parks & Recreation

License

The dataset is licensed under the Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License (PDDL).