Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Forest Service science supports the delivery of clean water to American households and businesses. Water providers and land managers rely on information from applied research to make management decisions affecting water quality and quantity. Additionally, America’s forests and rangelands support healthy rivers and lakes which provide fishing, boating, and recreation activities vital to many rural economies.
Last updated April 7, 2025
