!!!Wasserstand

Water Level (gauge height), vertical distance of a point on the water 
surface below or above a key horizon, the gauge datum. In Austria, 
water levels are observed daily or continuously recorded at 
approximately 800 locations. Central telemetric recording of level 
readings from important locations is customary. Continuous records of 
Danube water level readings since 1821 have been kept at Linz. Water 
levels have been published by the Hydrographic Service in hydrographic 
yearbooks since 1893. Water levels on the Danube are announced daily 
for the shipping industry. In the case of  Floods the provincial 
hydrographic service department concerned publishes current water 
levels and forecasts in the interest of public safety.


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