Texas Water Science Center
Additional Studies
USGS Texas Water Science Center hydrologists, technicians, engineers, geographers, geophysicists, geochemists, geologists, computer scientists, and mathematicians work on diverse projects built on a foundation of reliable long-term data and cutting edge sampling, modeling, and analytical techniques.
Additional Studies Overview
These overviews summarize the science, capabilities, and research activities for each topic.
Biological Science Overview
Coastal Science Overview
Geophysical Science Overview
Modeling Science Overview
Invasive Species Science Overview
Monitoring Overview
International Collaboration Overview
Capabilities
Find out more about TXWSC biological science, geophysical science, and GIS and data management expertise in these printable information sheets.
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Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council Monitoring and Assessment Program Development
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and USGS will jointly lead the development of foundational components for Gulf region-wide monitoring.
International Collaboration with the Texas Water Science Center
The Texas Water Science Center (TXWSC) recognizes the mutual benefits resulting from interaction with international scientific partners. Much can be learned about fundamental principles of science and applications of science and technology by looking at global perspectives. TXWSC international collaboration includes coordinated training workshops and short- and long-term assignments both of...
National Water-Quality Assessment Project in Texas - Groundwater Activities
The USGS National Water-Quality Assessment (NAWQA) Project was established by Congress in 1992 to answer the following question:
What is the status of the Nation’s water quality and is it getting better or worse?
Since 1992, NAWQA has been a primary source of nationally consistent data and information on the quality of the Nation’s streams and groundwater. Data and...
Estimating Potential Effects on Streamflow from Nearby Wells in the Lower San Antonio River Basin
The USGS Texas Water Science Center (TXWSC) developed a groundwater-flow model to estimate the potential for streamflow depletion in the Lower San Antonio River based on changes in groundwater pumping in the watershed. Results from the project can be used by the San Antonio River Authority (SARA) to better understand aquifer interactions with the river and potential groundwater pumping effects...
Texas Geology Web Map Viewer
The Texas Geology Web Map Viewer is the third generation in a series of Texas geologic mapping products intended to empower and expose this data to a broad range of diverse users interested in exploring the geology of the State of Texas.
Geolog Locator
The Geolog Locator allows users to search more than 7,000 digital borehole geophysical logs at over 1,700 locations. Users like hydrogeologists, groundwater hydrologists, and geologists can search and explore the online database, which primarily includes information collected by the USGS, as well some data compiled from other sources with permission.
Upper Rio Grande Basin Focus Area Study
USGS is undertaking a 3-year study of water use, availability, and change in the Upper Rio Grande Basin in one of several national “Focus Area Studies” in the Department of Interior’s WaterSMART initiative. The Upper Rio Grande study area runs 670 miles from its headwaters in Colorado through New Mexico and northern Mexico to Ft....
Water Quality Monitoring at Offshore Artificial Reefs
USGS Texas Water Science Center scientists are collecting physical and chemical water properties at selected Texas artificial reefs to provide the initial foundation to establish the status and long-term trends in the environment and information essential for sound management decisions and long-term planning.
Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Program (TAAP)
Many communities along the U.S.-Mexico border have limited surface water supply and rely on transboundary aquifers for industry, agriculture, and drinking water; however, information on water needs, water quality, and the extent and functioning of these aquifers is incomplete.
The Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Program (TAAP), established through a binational agreement between the...
Surface-Water Monitoring in Small Western Texas Watersheds
The USGS Texas Water Science Center maintains a network of continuous record gages and crest-stage gages on small watersheds in Western Texas. Data collected from these gages provides the Texas Department of Transportation with valuable watershed rainfall and runoff information to support their hydrologic research program.
Surface-water and Groundwater Interaction at Air Force Plant 4
The USGS Texas Water Science Center is monitoring sediment, surface-water, and groundwater properties at Air Force Plant 4.
Investigation of Preferential Groundwater Seepage in the Ellenburger – San Saba Aquifer Using Geoelectric Measurements
The USGS Texas Water Science Center (TXWSC) is completing a geophysical pilot study adjacent to Hamilton Creek in Burnet County, central Texas. The pilot study is intended to test whether electrical geophysical methods can provide information regarding the locations of dissolution cavities and preferential groundwater flow within in the Ellenburger San-Saba aquifer. Data from this study will...