Geospatial Data and Analysis Tables for: "Low-intensity urban expansion, high-impact watershed vulnerability in Uberaba, Brazil"

This dataset compiles the primary geospatial and tabular data used to analyze the patterns and intensity of urban expansion in Uberaba, Brazil, from 1985 to 2023. The data supports the findings of the associated research article, which investigates the disproportionate impact of low-intensity urban sprawl on specific watersheds and the efficacy of protected areas in containing growth.The collection includes processed and derived data, organized to ensure the reproducibility of the study's spatial and statistical analyses. Key components include:Urban Expansion Shapefiles/Geopackages: Vector layers (e.g., Shapefile, GeoPackage) delineating the annual urban area of Uberaba for the period 1985-2023. These layers were used to calculate the rate and spatial direction of urban sprawl.Watershed Boundaries: Vector files defining the boundaries of the watersheds analyzed in the study .Urban Expansion Intensity Index (UEII) Tables: Excel spreadsheets containing the calculated UEII values for each watershed and time interval, which form the core quantitative evidence of the study's conclusions.Ancillary Maps and Figures: High-resolution image files of key maps and graphics created for the analysis.This dataset provides a valuable resource for researchers studying urban sprawl in medium-sized cities, hydrological vulnerability, land use change modeling, and environmental policy effectiveness in the Global South.Keywords: Urban Expansion; Watershed Vulnerability; Spatial Analysis; Uberaba; Brazil; Land Use Change; Geospatial Data; Environmental Protection Area; Urban Sprawl; GIS