HyrdoNet Sensor Network

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The HydroNet, when fully installed, will be a series of more than 50 sensors along the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries that measure sea level height in real-time to help researchers and local government leaders predict when, where and how much  flooding will occur. In addition, The data is stored and used for event analysis to allow for better, more precise future forecasts and longer event lead times for local communities to prepare for flood events.  The Maryland HydroNet is a project supported by the Climate Resilience Network and is led by Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Associate Professor Tim Canty and Climate Resilience Network project manager Michael Maddox. The Climate Resilience Network was started with funding by a UMD Grand Challenges Grant to prepare communities for the impacts of climate change. The Mid-Atlantic Regional Association Coastal Ocean Observing System is providing additional financial support.  Three sensors for the City of Crisfieldare included in HydroNet funding.   Hydronet officials will work with the City to identify the best locations for these sensors, help modernize event flood maps, and help inform the community about the Climate Resilience Network resources. The HydroNet sensors are anticipated to be installed in the spring of 2025.