The Baraboo Watershed (HUC 07070004) is located in south-central Wisconsin and covers approximately 885 square miles. The watershed is predominantly agricultural with some forested areas, and is drained by the Baraboo River and its tributaries. The hydrology of the watershed is influenced by snowmelt in the winter and spring, and precipitation in the summer and fall. The watershed contains several small reservoirs that provide drinking water and recreational opportunities, and the water quality is monitored for nutrients and sediment. In recent years, the Baraboo Watershed has experienced above-average snowpack in the winter months, which has contributed to flooding in the spring. There has also been an increase in extreme precipitation events, which can lead to erosion and sedimentation in surface water bodies. Climate change models suggest that these trends may continue in the future, making the management and protection of the watershed even more important.