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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. Try USGS's latest product: WaterNow New podcast discusses USGS role in monitoring the 2012 Nebraska drought
Download podcast (right click - save as) In the newest episode of Nebraskast, the USGS Nebraska Water Science Center's podcast, director of the USGS Nebraska Water Science Center, Robert Swanson, discusses how the drought of 2012 unfolded in Nebraska, the fallout, and what put this drought in a class with other major droughts during the past 100 years. The drought is comparable to some of the major droughts from the 1930s and 50s, Swanson said, but it differs from those droughts in how quickly it came on. "In the spring of 2012, we still had very good stream flows in the normal condition. Precipitation wasn't too bad. Things were looking pretty good. As many of the state agencies and federal agencies were asked about water conditions, they would've probably labeled it "good," but in the course of a couple of months, things really went south on us. That's what really stands out," Swanson said. Swanson also discusses the effects of the drought in Nebraska, where you can find more information and photos, and other issues to consider as we head into water year 2013. 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. Receive instant updates with USGS WaterNow via e-mail or text message. Highlighted PublicationsThe Nebraska Water Science Center produces publications about water resources. OF 2012-1227 SIR 2012-5036 SIR 2011-5228 CIRC 1375 SIR 2011-5183 OFR 2011-1289 FS 2011-3069 SIR 2011-5089 Data Series 581 |