North Carolina Water Science Center
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USGS Hydrologic Data in and around Mecklenburg County, N.C.Rainfall Distribution map for August 25-27 storm now available
The entire network is equipped with radio or satellite telemetry that transmits data in 15-minute intervals every 1-4 hours. During storm events, immediate reporting of data occurs as extreme conditions or thresholds are exceeded at a given site. These thresholds are used for tracking extreme hydrologic conditions during floods and droughts. The data collected at these sites are used by scientists, engineers, and managers to detect potential problems with water-quality and quantity, determine flood-prone areas, determine long-term trends, and aid in the design of bridges and culverts. These data also can be used to provide advanced notification of possible flooding conditions to the National Weather Service and local emergency personnel, thereby enabling a faster response and possible mitigation of flood-related problems.
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