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Satellite-estimated discharge sites in Alaska from WaterMAP

Detailed Description

Satellite-estimated discharge sites in Alaska. Screenshot from WaterMAP.

This dataset provides estimated Remote Sensing Streamflow (RSQ) data at selected river reaches in Alaska. Reach-specific relations between satellite-derived water-surface elevation data and dynamic surface water extent data were used with a modified form of the Manning's streamflow equation to estimate streamflows. The streamflow estimates were used to create rating tables that define the relation between discharge and satellite-observed water-surface elevation. The streamflow estimates are derived from these rating tables, interpolated using a polynomial regression equation.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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