The Upper Ochlockonee Watershed (HUC 03120002) covers approximately 1,472 square miles in northern Florida and southern Georgia. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The watershed is mostly composed of forest lands and agricultural fields, with a small percentage of urban areas. The hydrology of the area is dominated by surface water flow, with the Ochlockonee River being the main water body. The region does not typically receive snowfall, with average annual precipitation ranging from 54 to 63 inches. The main reservoir in the watershed is Lake Talquin, which provides drinking water and recreational opportunities. Interesting climatic trends include an increase in average annual temperature and a decrease in annual precipitation over the past few decades.