Matching Quiz from Tarbuck and Lutgens Web Exploration California Water Resources Check on the current status of stream flow in California's rivers using this clickable map of stream basins. Graphs plot the rise and fall of streams during the past eight days. A good site to learn the human significance of great rivers as well a source of great satellite images. Map of U.S. Rivers Use this map to learn the location of rivers and lakes in the United States. The International Rivers Network explores the controversies concerning dams.
More people die from floods than earthquakes and volcanoes combined.
Use the resources of Dartmouth College's Global Flood Archive to learn the impact of floods on communities throughout the world. Enter a location and select from several hazard types to determine the risk of disaster in your community. Commentary accompanying each image helps you learn about the significance of river valleys. Watch an animation of rainfall during the last six hours in the continental United States.