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Data Access for WaterView

Overview​

WaterView provides access to a variety of hydrologic data sources, including real-time and historical datasets. These datasets support hydrologic modeling, flood forecasting, and water resource management.

Available Data Sources​

1. HydroGlobe​

  • Provides global-scale water storage and flux data.
  • Supports analysis of hydrologic cycle components.
  • Data format: NetCDF, GeoTIFF
  • Access: HydroGlobe API

2. RiverView​

  • Contains river discharge and storage data for major global river basins.
  • Used for streamflow predictions and hydrologic risk assessments.
  • Data format: CSV, NetCDF
  • Access: RiverView API

3. NLDAS-3​

  • North American Land Data Assimilation System.
  • Provides high-resolution land surface modeling data.
  • Data format: GRIB, HDF5
  • Access: NLDAS-3 Portal

4. VEDA Visualization Platform​

  • Offers interactive tools for viewing and analyzing hydrologic datasets.
  • Provides mapping and charting capabilities.
  • Access: VEDA Platform

5. RAPID Model Data​

  • Hydrologic routing model outputs.
  • Supports integration with MERIT Hydro and GLDAS.
  • Access: RAPID Model API

How to Access Data​

API Access​

All WaterView datasets can be accessed via RESTful APIs. Users can authenticate and retrieve data using API keys.

Example API Request​

curl -X GET "https://api.waterview.nasa.gov/data/hydroglobe" -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

Download Options​

  • Bulk Downloads: Available via FTP or cloud storage.
  • Streaming Services: Real-time data streams for specific use cases.

Data Licensing & Use​

WaterView data is provided under NASA’s Open Science policy. Users must comply with data attribution guidelines.

For more details, refer to the Terms of Use.

Support & Contact​

For questions regarding data access, contact support@waterview.nasa.gov or visit the WaterView Help Center.