The South Fork Edisto Watershed, located in South Carolina, has a land area of 750 square miles and is part of the larger Edisto River Basin. The hydrology of the watershed is characterized by a humid subtropical climate, with an average annual precipitation of 46 inches. The watershed is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, including the endangered Carolina heelsplitter mussel. The area has not experienced significant snowfall in recent years due to the mild climate. Surface water in the watershed is primarily composed of streams and rivers that flow into the Edisto River. The main reservoir in the watershed is the South Fork Reservoir, which is used for recreation and water supply. Interesting climatic facts include a historic drought in the early 2000s and an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in recent years.