Black

Watershed Hydrology

The black watershed (HUC 03040205) covers an area of 1,214 square miles in west-central Colorado. The area is characterized by high elevations, steep terrain, and an alpine climate. The watershed is fed by the snowmelt from the surrounding mountains, with the majority of the flow coming from the specific snowpack in the winter and spring months. The surface water is mostly used for irrigation and municipal supply, with some water being used for recreation. The reservoirs in the watershed are primarily used for water storage and water supply. The black watershed experiences significant climatic variations, with cold winters and warm summers. The area receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall each year, with the snowpack typically peaking in April. In recent years, there have been concerns about the impact of climate change on the watershed, with some studies suggesting that the snowpack is declining, which could have significant implications for water availability in the region.


Surface Flows

Black Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Black Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Black Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Black Watershed

Black Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed