There are several ways to find out what watershed you live in. Here are some options:
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USGS Mapping Interface: The USGS provides a mapping interface that allows you to locate your watershed by Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC). You can access the interface at https://water.usgs.gov/wsc/map_index.html.
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EPA Watershed Web Page: The EPA provides a web page that allows you to enter your zip code to find your watershed. You can access the web page at https://www.epa.gov/waterdata/surf-your-watershed/ .
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Local Resources: Some local organizations may provide information about watersheds in your area. For example, the Greater Lansing Regional Committee for Stormwater Management provides a "Find My Watershed" tool on their website. You can access it at https://www.mywatersheds.org/find-my-watershed.
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State Resources: Some states provide maps of major watersheds within their borders. For example, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy provides a map of Michigans major watersheds that you can access at https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/egle/Documents/Programs/WRD/Hydrologic-Data/Michigan-watersheds.pdf?rev=c3b8b4db03784c32b2c2dbf2958a03c9.
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Watershed Locator: The Watershed Locator is an online tool that allows you to enter an address to find out what watershed it is in. You can access it at https://www.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?appid=8909697be04f40eaab0ee753547f4807.
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Michigan Watersheds Map: The Michigan Watersheds map is a resource that illustrates how the land is connected to the Great Lakes. You can access it at https://www.miseagrant.com/product_p/michu-21-703.htm.
Using any of these resources should help you determine what watershed you live in.
