nws-flood-thresholds

Name: nws-flood-thresholds
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Author: BenchFlow

Retrieve and process NWS flood stage thresholds for USGS stream gages.

317|40|Updated Jan 21, 2025

Search Tags:#data-analysis #nws #hydrology #usgs #flooding #stream-gage

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npx skills add https://github.com/benchflow-ai/benchflow --skill nws-flood-thresholds-benchflow-ai

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Skill: nws-flood-thresholds
Source: https://github.com/benchflow-ai/benchflow/tree/main/tests/fixtures/skillsbench_slice/flood-risk-analysis/environment/skills/nws-flood-thresholds
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benchflow-ai/benchflow --skill nws-flood-thresholds-benchflow-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pandas.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of identifying and interpreting hazardous water level thresholds for USGS stream gages by providing direct access to National Weather Service flood stage data.

Core Features & Use Cases

Threshold Retrieval: Accesses standardized flood stage categories including action, minor, moderate, and major flood levels.
Data Normalization: Provides logic to handle CSV column mismatches and convert string-based water levels into numeric formats for analysis.
Use Case: Use this skill to determine if a specific river station is currently at or above its minor flood stage threshold to assess potential property risk.

Quick Start

Use the nws-flood-thresholds skill to download the latest gauge report and filter for flood thresholds in the state of Ohio.

Frequently Asked Questions about nws-flood-thresholds

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I retrieve NWS flood stage thresholds for USGS stream gages?▼

You can retrieve NWS flood stage thresholds by ingesting the bulk flood data and mapping specific USGS station IDs to their respective action, minor, moderate, and major flood stage values.

What are the standardized NWS flood stage categories used for hydrological risk assessment?▼

The standardized NWS flood stage categories used for hydrological risk assessment are action, minor, moderate, and major flood levels. These thresholds indicate hazardous water levels for USGS stream gages.

Can I filter USGS stream gage flood data by state using pandas?▼

Yes, you can filter USGS stream gage flood data by state using pandas. The skill facilitates filtering bulk flood data by state to support localized hydrological risk assessment.

How do I convert string-based water level data into numeric formats for analysis?▼

You convert string-based water level data into numeric formats using the provided data normalization logic, which handles CSV column mismatches and transforms string values into numeric formats for analysis.

Do I need pandas to process NWS flood stage data?▼

Yes, you need pandas to process NWS flood stage data. The skill requires pandas for data manipulation and standard library modules for CSV parsing and URL handling.