Elizabeth Richards
About Elizabeth Richards
Elizabeth Richards is a Hydrologic Technician at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in hydrology and water resource management. She has a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and previously worked as a Structures and Hydraulics Design Engineer at the Vermont Agency of Transportation.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Elizabeth Richards has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Hydrologic Technician since 2021. In this role, she focuses on hydrologic data collection and analysis projects, which contribute to the understanding of water resource management in Alaska. She utilizes advanced hydrologic modeling software to support water resource management and planning initiatives. Her work involves participating in field studies and data collection efforts that target hydrology and water resources in remote areas of Alaska.
Previous Experience at Vermont Agency of Transportation
Before joining USGS, Elizabeth Richards worked at the Vermont Agency of Transportation. She served as a Structures and Hydraulics Design Engineer from 2016 to 2018 for two years in Montpelier, Vermont. Additionally, she held the position of Structures Intern for four months in 2016. Her experience in this agency provided her with foundational knowledge in civil engineering and hydraulics.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Richards holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where she studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Vermont, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. Her academic background is complemented by practical experience as a Lab Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where she worked from 2019 to 2021.
Field Studies and Research Contributions
During her tenure at USGS, Elizabeth Richards has actively participated in field studies and data collection efforts focused on hydrology and water resources. Her contributions are significant in understanding water resource management, particularly in the challenging environments of remote Alaska. This hands-on experience enhances her expertise in hydrologic modeling and data analysis.
Early Education Background
Elizabeth Richards completed her high school education at Rice Memorial High School from 2009 to 2013. This foundational education set the stage for her pursuit of higher education in civil engineering, leading to her subsequent degrees at the University of Vermont and the University of Alaska Fairbanks.