Albemarle

Watershed Hydrology

The Albemarle watershed (HUC 03010205) covers an area of 2,846 square miles in Virginia and North Carolina. It is a largely forested watershed that is characterized by rolling hills, small streams, and wetlands. The hydrology of the watershed is largely influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide a significant amount of precipitation. The snowpack in the area is generally moderate, with an average annual snowfall of around 20 inches. Surface water in the watershed includes several major rivers, including the Roanoke, Dan, and Chowan Rivers. Reservoirs in the watershed are primarily used for municipal water supply and recreation. Interesting climatic facts in the Albemarle watershed include the occurrence of occasional hurricanes and tropical storms, as well as the presence of a large number of rare and threatened plant and animal species. Trends in the watershed include increasing urbanization and the associated impacts on water quality and habitat.


Surface Flows

Albemarle Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Albemarle Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Albemarle Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Albemarle Watershed

Albemarle Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed