Little Ocmulgee

Watershed Hydrology

The Little Ocmulgee Watershed covers 1,265 square miles in southeastern Georgia. Hydrology in the area is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with abundant rainfall in the summer months. Snowpack is rare in this region. Surface water is abundant, with many streams and rivers flowing through the area. The largest reservoir in the watershed is the George L. Smith II Reservoir, which is used for fish and wildlife habitat, recreation, and water supply. The reservoir is home to many species of fish, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Interesting climatic facts include the occasional occurrence of hurricanes and tropical storms in the area, as well as a trend of increasing temperatures and decreasing precipitation in recent years. Overall, the Little Ocmulgee Watershed is an important ecological and recreational resource for the region.


Surface Flows

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Snowpack Depths

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Dams & Reservoirs

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Groundwater Levels

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Little Ocmulgee Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed