DATA CENTER

• Real-time data
  • Streamflow
  • Ground water
  • Water quality

• Historical data
  • Streamflow
  • Ground water
  • Water quality
  • Annual Data Reports 2006-Present
  • Annual Data Reports Pre-2006
  • Instantaneous Data Archive (IDA)

• USGS WaterWatch
  • Floods| Droughts
  • Current conditions
  • Water-Quality Watch

• Ground-water networks
  • Active Water Levels
  • Climate Response

• StreamStats (Interactive Watershed replacement)

• Low-flow

• Streamgaging FAQs

• Annual Reports
  • 2006-Present
  • Pre-2006

• Non-USGS Real-Time Data

USGS IN YOUR STATE

USGS Water Science Centers are located in each state.

Surface-Water Information and Data

The U.S. Geological Survey operates and maintains approximately 7,300 streamgages nationwide, 149 here in Minnesota, which provide long-term, accurate, and unbiased information that meets the needs of many diverse users. The USGS collects the streamflow data needed by Federal, State, and local agencies for planning and operating water-resources projects and regulatory programs.

The map to the left shows current streamflow conditions in Minnesota; click the map to go to a full size version from USGS WaterWatch. The links below allow you to find information and data about Minnesota's surface-water resources. (–Opens the link in a new window.)