Tugaloo

Watershed Hydrology

The Tugaloo Watershed (HUC 03060102) is located in Georgia and South Carolina and covers an area of approximately 1,469 square miles. The watershed has a diverse hydrology, with numerous streams, rivers, and lakes, including the Tugaloo River, which is a major tributary of the Savannah River. The area typically experiences mild winters, with occasional snowfall events, and hot summers, with high humidity. Surface water quality in the Tugaloo Watershed has been impacted by various sources, including agricultural runoff and urbanization. Reservoirs in the watershed, including Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee, provide drinking water, recreation, and hydroelectric power generation. Recent studies have shown that the Tugaloo Watershed is experiencing changes in precipitation patterns, with increased variability and more frequent extreme weather events. These changes may have significant impacts on water resources, including water supply, water quality, and aquatic ecosystems.


Surface Flows

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Snowpack Depths

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Dams & Reservoirs

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Groundwater Levels

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Tugaloo Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed