Kurt Carpenter

Kurt Carpenter is a Research Hydrologist on the Ecology Team at the USGS Oregon Water Science Center. He studies hydrobiology and the effects of water quality on stream, river, and lake ecosystems, including many that are critical drinking water sources in Oregon. For over thirty years, Kurt has worked with other scientists and water managers to understand factors that impact water quality including nutrients and harmful algae blooms, wildfires, pesticides and other threats. Originally from Manasquan New Jersey, Kurt enjoys going on adventures with his kids, playing music, and spending time at the Oregon coast.