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USGS Suspended-Sediment Concentration (SSC) Mailing List and Forum

The USGS, Office of Surface Water (OSW) maintains a mailing list and the forum relating to the application of surrogate instruments and methods for measurement of suspended-sediment concentration in rivers and estuaries. The mailing list and forum are used to share information about instruments, including policies, procedures, techniques, and new developments within the USGS and other agencies.

Mailing List

The SSC_surrogates mailing list is the primary means for disseminating up-to-date information regarding USGS policies, training classes, workshops, and new developments. A searchable archive of email messages sent to the acoustics mailing list is kept. This archive can be viewed chronologically or by author or subject. In order to post to the acoustics mailing list, it is necessary to first subscribe to the list. There are two ways to subscribe:

1. Subscribe via your Web browser by going to the ssc_surrogates list information page. Complete the section of the form titled "Subscribing to SSC_surrogates" and clicking on the "Subscribe" button.
2. Send email to ssc_surrogates-request@simon.er.usgs.gov with the words "subscribe" and "end" on separate lines in the body of the email. A confirmation email will be sent to you once you are subscribed. Email postings to the list should then be addressed to ssc_surrogates@simon.er.usgs.gov

Forum

The forum is maintained by the USGS, OSW for sharing information regarding the application of surrogates to the measurement of suspended- sediment concentration. The forum is a USGS resource to educate, learn, and facilitate the exchange of information about applications involving a variety of instruments including acoustics, turbidity, laser diffraction, and other technologies. The forum is also used by the USGS to disseminate important information regarding quality assurance practices, training, and other matters.

Registration is required to access the forum. Detailed instructions on registering can be found at http://hydroacoustics.usgs.gov/software/Forum_Reg1.html.