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U.S. Geological Survey monitoring milestones—Rio Grande at Embudo, NM (08279500)

June 3, 2025

Located at the site of the first U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) training camp for hydrographers, the Rio Grande at Embudo, NM (08279500), streamgage has been collecting water data since January 1889. The development and adaptation of equipment and techniques at this location became the foundation of USGS streamgaging methods.

Publication Year 2025
Title U.S. Geological Survey monitoring milestones—Rio Grande at Embudo, NM (08279500)
DOI 10.3133/gip253
Authors Claire E. Bunch, Melissa L. Riskin
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title General Information Product
Series Number 253
Index ID gip253
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization WMA - Observing Systems Division
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