Water Resource System

Water is one of the most important substances on earth.

A Brook Trout swims among algae-covered rocks.

Water Resource System

Water is a precious and limited resource that should be valued and protected. Water provides habitats for many plants and animals including fish, amphibians, aquatic insects, and aquatic plants. The biodiversity of our streams and lakes depends on abundant, clean water.

Graphic depicting an aquatic ecosystem within a watershed. Maintaining extensive, connected and high-quality hydrological features and areas of the Water Resource System is essential for the long-term health and sustainability of a watershed.

Reporting

This section contains reporting data for environmental indicators related to the Water Resource System. Scroll down to learn about targets, current conditions, and trends for each of the following indicators:

Aquatic Communities and Habitats

Fish Communities in Streams
Benthic Communities in Streams
Stream Temperature

Groundwater Quantity

Groundwater Levels

For more information about target setting and evaluating current conditions and trends for each indicator, including data collection and analysis methodologies, see the Water Resource System Reporting Key.

Reporting Key

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