Unlock a century of river data and water insight for the Rio Grande basin. This historical compilation gathers stream-flow measurements, reservoir notes, and hydrologic studies from 1888 to 1913 in clear, accessible terms. Ideal for researchers, planners, and curious readers seeking a grounded view of early American water management.
This edition documents the Rio Grande and its tributaries through 93 gaging stations, detailing gage records, basin features, evaporation studies, sediment data, and the methods used to observe the river. It also explains how precipitation, sediment movement, and seepage affect reservoir sites and flood control in the Southwest. The material blends field data with interpretation, suitable for understanding early 20th‑century hydrographic work and its lasting impact on water development.
- Historical discharge data and daily gage heights for major Rio Grande locations
- Scope, methods, and cooperation behind early hydrographic studies
- General features of river basins, seepage measurements, and sediment records
- Notes on evaporation, sediment transport, and implications for flood storage
Ideal for readers of historical science, water resource history, and infrastructure development in the American Southwest.