California DroughtWatch 2006
Surface Water Conditions in CaliforniaThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) California Water Science Center real-time monitoring network includes 135 real-time monitoring stations. The "California HydroWatch," provides real-time water-stage data, with streamflow computed at 106 locations, and rainfall recorded at 68 stations. These sites continuously record data on 15-minute intervals and transmit the data via satellite to be incorporated into the USGS National Water Information System database. These data are automatically posted to the USGS Web site for public dissemination. Surface-Water Drought Information |