Your browser does not support JavaScript. The Idaho Water Science Center uses JavaScript to open links to external Websites in a new browser window as well as to improve other navigation techniques. The Idaho Water Science Center Website is best viewed with Internet Explorer.
Idaho Water Science Center

About the USGS Idaho Water Science Center

Welcome Message from our Director

Kathy D. Peter, PE is the Director of the USGS Idaho Water Science Center
Hello and welcome to our Web site! We invite you to explore the wealth of data and information provided here about who we are, what we do, and how we can serve you.

The Idaho Water Science Center is one of 48 nationwide USGS water science centers. Our mission is to provide reliable, impartial scientific information to our local, state, tribal, and federal cooperators so they can efficiently manage the water resources within their jurisdictions. Our data is also essential to protecting the citizens of Idaho against floods and other natural disasters. Our research is focused in four basic areas:

  • Surface water features such as rivers, lakes, and streams
  • Ground water resources
  • Water quality and biological integrity
  • Water use and availability

To learn more about us, start with the links to the right that will lead you to information about our capabilities and expertise, employment and volunteer opportunities, and ways to contact or visit our office locations. Again, thank you for visiting us on the Web. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like more information.

– Kathy D. Peter, PE
Director, USGS Idaho Water Science Center