Science
The USGS provides science about natural hazards that threaten lives and livelihoods; the water, energy, minerals, and other natural resources we rely on; the health of our ecosystems and environment; and the impacts of climate and land-use change. Our scientists develop new methods and tools to supply timely, relevant, and useful information about the Earth and its processes. Learn more below.
Types of Water
Types of Water
Types of Water
How We Use Water
How We Use Water
How We Use Water
Measuring and Monitoring Water
Measuring and Monitoring Water
Measuring and Monitoring Water
Aquatic Biology and Ecosystems
Aquatic Biology and Ecosystems
Aquatic Biology and Ecosystems
Common Water Issues
Common Water Issues
Common Water Issues
Essential Tools and Products
Essential Tools and Products
Essential Tools and Products
Advanced Capabilities and Research
Advanced Capabilities and Research
Advanced Capabilities and Research
Science Topics
Education
Sediment Acoustics Trainings Sediment Acoustics Trainings
The following trainings are specific to the single frequency acoustics method. If a specific training is desired, please reach out to the SALT chair. Find contact emails on the Members page.
Our Water Our Lives: Floods Our Water Our Lives: Floods
This Teacher Guide includes background information, lesson plans, and examples of student answers for four lessons about floods. The Student Worksheet includes student activities and questions. This can be downloaded and printed or transferred to a digital classroom document.
Our Water, Our Lives: California Our Water, Our Lives: California
This Teacher Guide includes background information, lesson plans, and examples of student answers for four lessons about water resources in California. The Student Worksheet includes student activities and questions. It can be downloaded and printed or transferred to a digital classroom document.