The vadose zone serves as a crucial link for the mutual transformation of atmospheric,
surface, ecological, and groundwater systems. Infiltration recharge in the vadose zone is a …

The past decade was the wettest on record for much of central and eastern North America.
Near the beginning of this period of regional water abundance, however, drought conditions …

Climate oscillations with seasonal and longer periods drive surface water cycles and quasi-
cycles at regional and global scales. Changes in terrestrial water storage produce …

Understanding impacts of climate change on water level fluctuations across Earth's large
lakes has critical implications for commercial and recreational boating and navigation …

One of the largest freshwater estuarine systems on Earth, Green Bay receives freshwater
runoff from its land watershed and cold-water intrusions from Lake Michigan. Southern …

The freshwater resources of the Laurentian Great Lakes basin contribute significantly to the
environment and economy of the region. With the impacts of climate change becoming more …

The land surface hydrology of the North American Great Lakes region regulates ecosystem
water availability, lake levels, vegetation dynamics, and agricultural practices. In this study …

Reliable precipitation estimates are a crucial component for hydrologic modeling and hydro-
climate applications. However, watersheds that extend across international boundaries or …

Abstract The Great Lakes contain 20 percent of the world's fresh surface water, a drinking
source for 30-million people. The system is vital to manufacturing, largely due to efficient …

Recent high-water levels in the Laurentian Great Lakes caused widespread shoreline
damage to beaches, homes, and coastal infrastructure. To quantify these shoreline changes …