Koi Pond Water Quality Calculator
Created by: Ethan Brooks
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Score key water parameters and identify high-priority maintenance actions for koi pond stability and fish safety.
Koi Pond Water Quality Calculator
KoiScore key water parameters and prioritize actions
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What is a Koi Pond Water Quality Calculator?
A Koi Pond Water Quality Calculator combines key water metrics into a single practical quality score and risk band.
It helps prioritize corrective actions and routine maintenance before water issues escalate.
Water Quality Scoring Method
Parameter Scoring: Each input is graded against koi-friendly ranges
Weighted Index: Higher-risk parameters (ammonia, nitrite, oxygen) carry more weight
Risk Band: Final score maps to stable, caution, or high-risk zones
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this water quality calculator score?
It scores a practical koi pond water-quality index using temperature, pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, KH, and dissolved oxygen inputs.
Is this a lab-grade diagnosis?
No. It is a decision-support score to prioritize maintenance actions and monitoring, not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis.
Why include KH?
KH supports pH stability and biofilter performance. Low KH can increase risk of pH swings and fish stress.
How often should inputs be updated?
Update after major weather changes, feeding shifts, water changes, and whenever fish behavior changes.
What if one parameter is critical?
A single dangerous parameter can dominate risk. Address critical values immediately even if overall score seems moderate.
Can this help with trend tracking?
Yes. Repeated scoring over time helps identify drift before visible fish stress appears.