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Fact Sheet 2009–3048

Streamgaging in Pennsylvania: 1883-2009

By Randall R. Durlin

INTRODUCTION

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The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania contains 83,602 miles of streams within its borders. These streams are natural resources that influence the lives and economy of Pennsylvania residents daily. The water resources are used on a daily basis for recreation, power generation, drinking water, agriculture, industry, and many other uses, emphasizing the importance of this valuable resource. The effects of too much or too little water can be devastating to communities throughout the Commonwealth. The amount of water (flow) in a stream has been a critical piece of information since before the founding of Pennsylvania. In 1612, John Smith navigated the “Sasquesahanough” River while exploring the newly discovered territory. In 1630, Dutch pioneers traveled up the Delaware River to settle in Bucks County.

First posted January 4, 2010

For additional information contact:
Director,
Pennsylvania Water Science Center
U.S. Geological Survey
215 Limekiln Road
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania 17070
http://pa.water.usgs.gov/

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Suggested citation:

Durlin, R.R., 2009, Streamgaging in Pennsylvania--1883-2009: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet FS 2009-3048, 4 p.



Contents

Introduction

Historical Streamgaging Activities

Advances in Streamgaging Technology

References Cited



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