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Glaciers and water supply

January 1, 1969

This paper discusses glacier hydrology as it relates to water resources development, especially in the United States. Topics discussed are: the annual distribution of runoff; natural regulation of runoff; artificial regulation of streamflow; climatic variations; and, the characteristics of runoff.

Citation Information

Publication Year 1969
Title Glaciers and water supply
Authors Mark Meier
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title JAWRA
Index ID 70171403
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Washington Water Science Center