Abstract: A system for detecting a location of a subsurface water channel includes an anchor electrode for disposal in a first body of water and a mobile electrode for disposal in a second body of water. An electric current source can be coupled to at least one of the mobile electrode and the anchor electrode to generate an electric current between the mobile electrode to the anchor electrode. A lead line can be coupled to the mobile electrode to enable the mobile electrode to move a distance in the second body of water. An ammeter can be coupled to the anchor electrode to measure the electric current from the mobile electrode. A processor can compare the current with the length of the lead line to determine the location of the subsurface water channel.