Stage measurement at gaging stations

U.S. Geological Survey, Techniques of Water-Resources Investigations, Book 3, Chapter A7

by T.J. Buchanan and W.P. Somers

Table of Contents

Preface

Abstract

Introduction

Datum of gage

Sensors of water level

Float sensor

Bubble-gage sensor

Water-stage recorders

Digital recorder

Graphic recorder

Stilling wells

Instrument shelters

Telemetering systems

Position-motor system

Impulse system

Telemark system

Resistance system

Nonrecording gages

Staff gage

Wire-weight gage

Float-tape gage

Electric-tape gage

Chain gage

Remote indicating staff gage

Water-level finder

Operation of stage gages

Special purpose gages

Model T recorder

SR recorder

Crest-stage gage

References

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