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Spatial and elevation points surveyed for indirect measurements of peak streamflow associated with flooding of September to November 2017 in Puerto Rico

Metadata Updated: September 6, 2023

This dataset contains topographic (horizontal and vertical) data for 20 sites, surveyed November 6 to November 28, 2017 as part of documentation of flooding that occurred in Puerto Rico during and after Hurricane Maria (September to November 2017). Hurricane Maria hit the Island of Puerto Rico on September 20, 2017 and was one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history. USGS personnel conducted topographic surveys at selected stream sites to facilitate hydraulic modeling of peak streamflows (or discharges) – termed indirect measurements – using published standard USGS methods. Indirect (post-flood) measurements are used to characterize flood peaks that could not be determined using direct methods (for example current-velocity meters, hydro-acoustic instruments or established stage-streamflow relations) because flood conditions exceeded the capabilities of those methods, streamgage sites could not be accessed during flooding, or safety issues precluded access by USGS personnel during flooding. Indirect measurement of peak streamflow involves site reconnaissance to identify a study reach; onsite identification and flagging of high water marks (HWMs) left by the flood; topographic surveys of HWMs, channel cross-section geometry, and affected structures (such as bridges or flooded roadways); and hydraulic modeling to compute peak streamflow using field data collected at the site.

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Public: This dataset is intended for public access and use. License: No license information was provided. If this work was prepared by an officer or employee of the United States government as part of that person's official duties it is considered a U.S. Government Work.

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Metadata Created Date June 1, 2023
Metadata Updated Date September 6, 2023

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Metadata Created Date June 1, 2023
Metadata Updated Date September 6, 2023
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
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Data Last Modified 20220630
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