Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
Where can I get watershed maps?
Use The National Map Viewer to display or create watershed maps with the National Watershed Boundary Dataset. Watersheds are shown as Hydrologic Units, each one with a unique Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC).
- Go to The National Map Viewer (it might take a minute to fully load).
- In the green bar above the map, click on the Layers icon, which looks like a stack of paper.
- Click on the box beside "Watershed Boundary Dataset".
- Zoom in to your area of interest.
- As you zoom in, click on the arrow beside the Watershed Boundary Dataset box in the Layers list to show smaller watersheds and toggle them on/off.
Learn more:
- Video Lessons 3a-3e: Using The National Map Viewer
- USGS Water Science School: Watersheds and Drainage Basins
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Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
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What does the term "stream stage" mean?
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Where can I find information about my local drinking water supply?
The best way to learn about your local drinking water quality is to read the annual drinking water quality report/consumer confidence report that water suppliers now send out by July 1 of each year. The reports are often sent out with water bills, but they may be sent separately. The reports tell where drinking water comes from, what contaminants are in it, and at what levels. The U.S...
Is there a way to get alerts about streamflow conditions?
Yes! The U.S. Geological Survey WaterAlert service provides notifications to your email or phone for changes in water conditions based on thresholds you choose.
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Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
Location of Smith River watershed, Montana
Updated Date: February 7, 2025