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Water Resources of NebraskaWelcome to the USGS Web page for the Nebraska Water Science Center (NEWSC). Here you'll find information on Nebraska's rivers and streams, groundwater, water quality, and many other topics. The USGS operates the most extensive satellite network of stream-gaging stations in the state, many of which form the backbone of flood-warning systems. Discover a Career in Earth ScienceEarth Science Week is October 14-20. This year, the American Geosciences Institute and other organizations like the USGS are helping young people understand more about careers in the geosciences. For more information and classroom resources, go to the Earth Science Week Web site > We provide impartial information about the health of our ecosystems and environment, natural hazards, natural resources,and the impacts of climate and land-use change around the world. What she does: I analyze the chemical make up of water to determine where it came from and how old it is. Advice: Talk to your instructors. They can help you choose a specialty, and show you career opportunities. What he does: I measure streamflow, and record how the stream channel changes over time. Advice: Experience from internships and temporary positions helps when you apply for permanent jobs. In the coming years, the outlook for environmental science careers is good. USGS scientists and technicians are some of the best! Nebraskast: A NEWSC PodcastEpisode 11: Download podcast (right click - save as) Current Conditions in NebraskaReal-Time Streamflow SitesThe USGS provides current ("real-time") stream stage and streamflow, water-quality, and groundwater levels for over 130 sites in Nebraska. USGS Nebraska Water News and NoticesSign up to receive USGS WaterAlert updates via e-mail or text message. Sign up to receive a daily water conditions e-mail for selected streams and wells. Sign up to receive Nebraska water news and notices by e-mail. Highlighted PublicationsThe Nebraska Water Science Center produces publications about water resources. SIR 2012-5036 SIR 2011-5228 CIRC 1375 SIR 2011-5183 OFR 2011-1289 FS 2011-3069 SIR 2011-5089 Data Series 581 OFR 2011-1049 Data Series 572 OFR 2010-1288 |