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TeachMeFinance.com - explain surface water surface water The term 'surface water' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' Water on the surface of the earth. An open body of water, such as a river, stream or lake. All water naturally open to the atmosphere (rivers, lakes, reservoirs, streams, impoundments, seas, estuaries, etc.) and all springs, wells, or other collectors which are directly influenced by surface water'. The term 'surface water' as it applies to the area of hazardous materials can be defined as 'Water on the surface of the earth, such as in lakes, rivers, streams, ponds, and springs [compare with groundwater]'. The term 'surface water' as it applies to the area of water can be defined as 'water that is on the Earth's surface, such as in a stream, river, lake, or reservoir'. The term 'surface water' as it applies to the area of carbon dioxide can be defined as ' All water naturally open to the atmosphere'. Previous 5 Terms: Surface Runoff Surface runoff Surface soil surface tension Surface vibration Next 5 Terms: Surface Weather Chart Surface-based Convection surficial Surge Surge Capacity About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.