Across North America watersheds are being studied to monitor the health and viability of the ecosystem.  Flow rates of streams and storm, snow, and farm runoff are used in these studies to characterize and determine the current conditions of the watershed.

The Watershed Flow Measurement System is a valuable packaged solution for flow measurement in areas of inconsistent flow.  This system consists of a fiberglass flume made to ASTM standards, a staff gauge, and an optional flow rate transducer and sensor bracket. This specialized system has been made available by Virtual Polymer Compounds, LLC and is used across the United States and Canada. The system has grown increasingly popular in college and university research studies. Private Citizens as well as environmental activists are also becoming involved and contributing to the payment of such a system, realizing that protecting the watershed is integral in a healthy ecosystem and safe drinking water.

Harmful chemicals and bio-matter from several sources, including gas drilling, farms, and factories can seep into the watershed, and should be monitored on a continual basis. The data collected from watershed measurement and monitoring systems can provide an accurate account of what has transpired in the area and what might occur in the future.

Conducting an internet search for “watershed authorities” will provide you with the necessary resources to find out how you can participate in your area.  Please contact us at VPC Fiberglass to learn more about watershed flow measurement and past projects that we have been involved with.

Virtual Polymer Compounds, LLC (VPC), located in Medina, New York, supplies high-quality fiberglass products to the industrial and municipal water and wastewater markets, as well as to government, commercial and residential customers.The flumes that are available and photos with applications can be viewed at vpcfiberglass.com/flumes and a powerpoint highlighting the product line can be downloaded here.