AGENCY: Davis County (Utah). Department of Public Works
SERIES: 28176
TITLE: ALERT Data
DATES: 1989-
ARRANGEMENT: By sensor then by date and station
DESCRIPTION: ALERT (Automated Local Evaluation in Real Time) is a method of using remote sensors in the field to transmit environmental data to a central computer in real time. Records are created to monitor creek water levels through hydrological data within Davis County in an effort to minimize flood damage. Data collected includes precipitation, barometric pressure, location, and sometimes wind velocity. The program includes automated warnings.
RETENTION
Retain permanently
DISPOSITION
May Transfer to Archives.
RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION
Retention and disposition for this series is proposed and has not yet been approved.
FORMAT MANAGEMENT
Computer data files: Retain in Office permanently.
APPRAISAL
Administrative
Documentation of the current environment will have perpetual significance to the public works department.
PRIMARY DESIGNATION
Protected. 63G-2-305(21)