USGS Water Data APIs are public, but API keys are required for higher request limits and more reliable usage. IMSURGE uses this credential for setup options and source data access.

Setup

Prerequisites

Before creating the USGS Water Data credential, obtain or confirm access to a USGS Water Data API key. USGS Water Data API keys are managed through api.data.gov and can be requested from the api.data.gov signup page.

Credential Setup

When creating the USGS Water Data credential, enter:

  • API Key - The USGS Water Data API key managed through api.data.gov.

Save the credential and use it when configuring a USGS Water Data source integration.

Reference

Field Description Required
API Key API key for USGS Water Data APIs managed through api.data.gov. Recommended

External References