Streamflow changes in Alaska between the cool phase (1947–1976) and the warm phase (1977–2006) of the Pacific Decadal Oscillation: The influence of glaciers
January 1, 2009
Streamflow data from 35 stations in and near Alaska were analyzed for changes between the cool phase (1947–1976) and the warm phase (1977–2006) of the Pacific Decadal Oscillation. Winter, spring, and summer flow changes and maximum annual flow changes were different for glaciated basins (more than 10% glacier‐covered area) than for nonglaciated basins, showing the influence of glaciers on historical streamflow changes. Mean February flows, for example, increased for the median of available stations by 45% for glaciated basins and by 17% for nonglaciated ones.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2009 |
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Title | Streamflow changes in Alaska between the cool phase (1947–1976) and the warm phase (1977–2006) of the Pacific Decadal Oscillation: The influence of glaciers |
DOI | 10.1029/2008WR007575 |
Authors | Glenn A. Hodgkins |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Water Resources Research |
Index ID | 70034741 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | New England Water Science Center |