The U.S. Geological Survey National Water Quality Network—Surface Water—2023
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Abstract
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Water Quality Network for surface water (NWQN-SW) was established in 2013 to develop long-term, comparable assessments of surface-water quality in support of national, regional, state, and local needs related to water-quality management and policy. Waterquality samples are collected at each site and measured for a variety of parameters. In 2023, the NWQN-SW consisted of 109 sites, each of them paired with a streamgage, operated by the USGS or other agencies that provide continuous information on streamflow conditions. The waterquality data and the streamflow information from the NWQN-SW is then used to assess the status and trends of water-quality conditions and potential impacts on human and aquatic health.
Suggested Citation
Riskin, Melissa, 2024, The U.S. Geological Survey National Water Quality Network—Surface Water—2023: U.S. Geological Survey General Information Product 245, https://doi.org/10.3133/gip245.
ISSN: 2332-354X (online)
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | The U.S. Geological Survey National Water Quality Network—Surface Water—2023 |
| Series title | General Information Product |
| Series number | 245 |
| DOI | 10.3133/gip245 |
| Year Published | 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | WMA - Observing Systems Division |
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