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Georgia Water Science Center
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Water Resources of GeorgiaWelcome to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Web page for the water resources of Georgia; this is your direct link to all kinds of water-resource information. Here you'll find information on Georgia's rivers and streams. You'll also find information about 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. 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! Sweetwater Creek Flood Inundation MappingThe Georgia Water Science Center has flood-inundation mapping at two sites in Georgia. For each site, you can use an interactive mapping application to view flood inundation at various river levels. USGS WaterAlertThe U.S. Geological Survey WaterAlert service sends e-mail or text messages when certain parameters measured by a USGS water-monitoring site exceed user-definable thresholds. You can subscribe to Georgia water-monitoring sites and be alerted when high water hits. Water News and NoticesSign up to receive Georgia water news and notices by e-mail. Sign up to receive a daily water conditions e-mail for selected streams and wells. Note: Your email address will be stored in our private USGS database with the sole purpose being to send out daily reports and Georgia water news to you. Your email address will not be shared or used for any other purpose. Highlighted PublicationsThe Georgia Water Science Center produces publications about water resources. SIR 2011–5048 Current conditions in GeorgiaQuick Link to Real-Time Data:Drip calculatorDrip Calculator: Find out how much water your dripping faucets waste USGS StreaMailUSGS StreaMail is system for accessing real-time river stage and streamflow from hand-held wireless devices, such as cell phones and Blackberries. All you have to do is send an email or text message to "streamail@usgs.gov" and use a USGS station number in the "Subject" line. In a few minutes you'll get back an email/text message with the most recent stage and streamflow. Data to support the Georgia Water PlanMonitoring-site and water-use data are available for the 11 water-planning regions in the Georgia Water Plan View water data by Water Planning Region: |