What is SSStream?
SSStream: Sewer Spatial Stream is a comprehensive software solution/ tool designed to standardize and convert varied GIS data formats into a unified, analysis-ready format. It addresses the challenge of technical inconsistencies and diverse data formats in GIS information related to WWTP locations, sewer networks, and coverage areas. The tool automates the process of data conversion, ensuring compatibility with platforms like the CDC NWSS portal, and facilitates the effective use of GIS data in public health monitoring and decision-making processes. It serves as a critical resource for harmonizing GIS data, thereby enhancing the efficacy of wastewater-based epidemiology in tracking and responding to public health challenges.