U.S. Domestic Resources

Welcome to the H2infO U.S. Domestic Resources Page. On this page you will find U.S. Water Partnership member resources aimed at helping domestic stakeholders address the unique water challenges of the United States.

U.S. Domestic Resources

Aspects of the Colombian Fisheries Development Loan

Published: 
January 1, 1975
U.S. Agency for International Development
This Auburn University report on aid to the development of a fisheries program in Colombia discusses four major areas: construction of the Repelon Aquaculture Station, Research Station site selection in the Alto Magdalena, development of an aquacultural research plan, and the establishment of a...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Energy Inputs to Irrigation

Published: 
December 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
Energy inputs to irrigation are dramatically increasing as irrigated agriculture expands to meet world food demands and more sophisticated technologies are developed to increase water use efficiency. In this study nine irrigation systems, designed for a specific land area, are analyzed and the...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Numerical Model of Flow in a Stream - Aquifer System

Published: 
November 5, 1974
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
A three-dimensional, finite difference model was developed for simulating steady and unsteady, saturated and unsaturated flow in a stream-aquifer system. The basis of the model is the finite difference form of Richard's equation for unsaturated and saturated subsurface flow. Effects of stream...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Effect of Water Circulation and Aeration on Water Quality and Production of Catfish in a Closed System

Published: 
August 27, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report outlines the effect of water circulation and aeration on water quality and production of catfish in a closed system. Circulation-aeration by paddle wheel, and by venturi pump through underwater and overheard gravel filters were tested.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Improving Capacity of Cid Universities for Water Management and Agriculture

Published: 
June 1, 1976
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
The primary focus of this project was on delivery and removal of components of the water chain with emphasis on practices applicable to the small farmer and on drain systems.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Water Management Research in Arid and Sub-Humid Lands of Less Developed Countries, Annual Report, 1975/1976; Executive Summary

Published: 
January 1, 1976
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
Inadequate water is the primary constraint of agricultural production in a large portion of the developing countries. The technology for using available water supplies most efficiently is either lacking or not adapted to the available resources, in many of these countries.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

The Economics of Water Reform: Institutional Design for Improved Management in LdC

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Deals with the productivity of irrigated agriculture but, at the same time, emphasizes the importance of equity in irrigated systems. Suggests irrigation potentials may be expanded through the construction of new projects; rehabilitation and modification of the infrastructure in existing projects;...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Management of a Tropic Fish Pot Fishery for Maximum Sustainable Yield

Published: 
January 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
Reports research concerning the degree of exploitation of each of ten principal fish species harvested by the pot fishery, operating on the Southwest coast of Puerto Rico. Estimates growth and mortality rates for various species. Applies Beverton-Holt yield model to determine over- or under-...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

International Center for Aquaculture

Published: 
July 1, 1970
U.S. Agency for International Development
This brochure discusses the recognition which Auburn University received for work done in the field of fisheries and land management. An overview is provided to the work done at Auburn and the improvements in fishing technologies and applicability to areas outside of the United States.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

U.S. University Role in Education for Marine Resources Development in the LdC's

Published: 
March 1, 1978
U.S. Agency for International Development
Representatives from U.S. universities concerned with international educational assistance in the marine sector gathered at the University of Rhode Island in December 1977 to discuss their common interests. Some of the topics reviewed were near shore and artisan fisheries, aquaculture, coastal land...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America