Synoptic Discharge, Water-Property, and pH Measurements for Muddy River Springs Area and Muddy River, Nevada, February 7, 2001
Scientific Investigations Report
2006-5237
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Abstract
On February 7, 2001, synoptic discharge measurements at selected sites along the Muddy River in Nevada, indicated three trends in discharge resulting from contributions of spring discharge, influences of diversionary flow, and contributions from shallow ground water. Effects from diversionary and tributary flow were local in nature and resulted in a net gain of 2.6 cubic feet per second throughout the measured reach. The minor increase in discharge may be the result of contributions from ground-water flow and measurement error. Comparison of 1963 and 2001 discharge measurements within the Muddy River Springs area indicated that discharge rates and trends from these source waters were similar. Along the mainstem of the Muddy River, water-temperature measurements indicated a net decrease of 8.8 degrees Celsius. Water samples collected and analyzed for specific conductance indicated a net increase of 390 microsiemens per centimeter at 25 degrees Celsius, whereas pH measurements remained relatively constant.
Suggested Citation
Beck, D.A., and Wilson, J.W., 2006, Synoptic Discharge, Water-Property, and pH Measurements for Muddy River Springs Area and Muddy River, Nevada, February 7, 2001: U.S. Geological Survey Scientific Investigations Report 2006-5237, iv, 12 p.; 6 figs.; 3 tables, https://doi.org/10.3133/sir20065237.
ISSN: 2328-0328 (online)
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Synoptic Discharge, Water-Property, and pH Measurements for Muddy River Springs Area and Muddy River, Nevada, February 7, 2001 |
| Series title | Scientific Investigations Report |
| Series number | 2006-5237 |
| DOI | 10.3133/sir20065237 |
| Year Published | 2006 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Contributing office(s) | Nevada Water Science Center |
| Description | iv, 12 p.; 6 figs.; 3 tables |
| Time Range Start | 2001-02-07 |
| Time Range End | 2001-02-07 |