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Stream gauging in the Pahsimeroi River Subbasin.

Problem
A streamflow hydrograph is a plot of continuous discharge against time, yet conventional
measurement methods only provide instantaneous discharge values. How do we
construct a continuous hydrograph?

Goal
The goal of this project is to produce an annual hydrograph(s) for the Dry Creek
Experimental Watershed (DCEW).

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this exercise students will be able to

Measure the instantaneous streamflow rate, or discharge, of a small stream using

the velocity-area method (optional)
Develop and use a rating curve relating stage to discharge
Convert a continuous stage record to a hydrograph

Project Files

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Handout (http://icewater.boisestate.edu/boisefront-products/other/Education
/StreamflowMeasurement-SummaryHandout.docx) for field observations
EXCEL workbook (http://icewater.boisestate.edu/boisefront-products/other
/Education/LG_Streamflow Measurement.xlsx) for calculations

Requirements and Connections

Products of this exercise may be used by the Watershed Water Balance
(https://earth.boisestate.edu/drycreek/education/watershed-water-balance/)
exercise
This exercise requires stream stage (instantaneous/continuous measurements) and
discharge, which can be either measured or calculated using DCEW Lower Gauge
rating curve.

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