| Code | Label | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | High status or maximum potential | High ecological status, or maximum ecological potential (for artificial and heavily modified waterbodies) |
| 2 | Good status or potential | Good ecological status, or good ecological potential (for artificial and heavily modified waterbodies) |
| 3 | Moderate status or potential | Moderate ecological status, or moderate ecological potential (for artificial and heavily modified waterbodies) |
| 4 | Poor status or potential | Poor ecological status, or poor ecological potential (for artificial and heavily modified waterbodies) |
| 5 | Bad status or potential | Bad ecological status, or bad ecological potential (for artificial and heavily modified waterbodies) |
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