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Water Resources of MissouriWelcome to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Web page for the water resources of Missouri; this is your direct link to all kinds of water-resource information. Here you'll find information on Missouri'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. The USGS provides current ("real-time") stream stage and streamflow, water-quality, and groundwater levels for over 200 sites in Missouri. Quick Link to Real-Time Data: View site list: SW | GW | WQUSGS Threatened and Endangered Stations Missouri Data HighlightsWater Data Reports Now AvailableThe 2011 USGS Water Data Report is now available to provide a snapshot of water conditions for a given year. The report includes text and map interfaces that can be used to identify and access an area of interest, locate sites where water data were collected for various Water Years. The Instantaneous Data Archive makes available as much intra-day streamflow data and historical instantaneous data continuous (measurements from every 5 to every 60 minutes), as possible, often several years' worth of data.
Additional Information and Sources
External Media Articles (April-May 2011 Flood) Water Resources of the United States USGS National Streamflow Information Program
Water Alert Keeps You UpdatedNow you can receive instant, customized updates about water conditions by subscribing to WaterAlert, a new service from the U.S. Geological Survey. Whether you are watching for floods, interested in recreational activities, or concerned about the quality of water in your well, WaterAlert allows you to receive daily or hourly updates about current conditions in rivers, lakes, and groundwater when they match conditions of concern to you. Read more about WaterAlert or go directly to the WaterAlert page to sign up. Highlighted PublicationsThe Missouri Water Science Center produces publications about water resources.
Quality of Surface Water in Missouri, Water Year 2011, prepared by M.N. Barr, U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Scientific Investigations Report 2012-5284 Assessment of Biological Conditions in Adjacent Urban Stream Basins, Kansas City, Missouri Metropolitan Area, 2007 to 2011, prepared by E.D. Christensen and H.M. Krempa, U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the City of Independence, Missouri Water Pollution Control Department.
Scientific Investigations Report 2012-5204 Bathymetric and velocimetric surveys at highway bridges crossing the Missouri River in and into Missouri during summer flooding, July-August 2011, prepared by R.J. Huizinga, U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the Kansas and Missouri Departments of Transportation.
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 with the most recent stage and streamflow. Download free viewers as needed: Acrobat Reader Excel Viewer Powerpoint Viewer Word Viewer |