A 1904 government report on the progress of steam measurements for the calendar year 1903.
This volume covers the Northern Atlantic, St. Lawrence River, and Great Lakes drainage, with detailed field observations and method notes.
The book compiles discharge measurements and gage data collected across many river basins, presenting a broad picture of water flow and measurements in 1903. It documents how observations were conducted, who directed them, and where stations were located along major rivers.
Use this edition to understand historical methods for river monitoring and to explore the scope of early 20th‑century hydrological data collection in the United States and nearby regions.
- Extensive station data across rivers and basins, including notable regions in the Northeast and Great Lakes area.
- Details on gage heights, discharge measurements, and the personnel responsible for observations.
- Context on the setup of measurement sites, bench marks, and initial sounding points.
- Structured tables and notes that illustrate early 1900s hydrologic reporting practices.
Ideal for readers of historical hydrology, government reports, and engineers interested in how early stream measurements were organized and recorded.