Elevation of groundwater (DP1.20100.001)

There are important linkages and feedbacks between groundwater and surface water in streams, rivers, and lakes. NEON measurements of groundwater elevation at high resolution temporal changes informs these linkages. Three to eight wells are available per aquatic site. In this way, magnitude and direction of groundwater flow can be calculated. Wells are located both near the water body and further from the water body to enable investigation of hyporheic groundwater flow paths. This data product contains continuous, quality-controlled, groundwater depth converted to elevation above mean sea level. Measurements are captured every five minutes and reported as 5-minute instantaneous measurements and 30-minute averages. Latency: Data collected in any given month are published during the second full week of the following month.