Check which geographies an ACS dataset supports
Confirm the dataset's supported geography levels and required predicates before preparing the query.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Get Dataset Geography JSON
Lists supported geography levels and requirements for a Census dataset.
Why this helps
A query can stall when its chosen geography level or required predicates do not fit the dataset.
- Returns supported geography levels and their hierarchy.
- Shows predicates required for querying a dataset.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Addresszen and Census bureau once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation named ACS Geography Support Check.
- 3Tell Notis to use the submitted address for context and retrieve supported geography levels and required predicates for the specified ACS dataset and year.
- 4Pick the webhook trigger and choose where run reports go.
- 5Test with a supported dataset and year.
Questions about this workflow
What does this workflow check?
It retrieves supported geography levels, their hierarchy, and required predicates for a Census dataset.
Does it return demographic estimates?
No. It checks geography support. Use an ACS estimates action to retrieve data.
When this happens · Trigger
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