Bill Werkheiser

Bill Werkheiser is responsible for USGS research, monitoring, and assessment on the nation’s water resources. Mr. Werkheiser has served in numerous positions since joining the USGS in 1986. Prior to his position as Associate Director for Water, he was the Regional Director for the former USGS Eastern Region, where he oversaw activities related to biological, geographical, geological, and hydrological research and assessments. He also led the Natural Hazards Initiative Team and the long–term Hurricane Katrina Response and Recovery Team for the USGS. He has over 25 years of experience with the USGS and other agencies working on a variety of environmental and scientific issues. Mr. Werkheiser received a Bachelor of Science in Geology from Bloomsburg University and a Master of Science in Hydrogeology and Glacial Geology from the University of Massachusetts.

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