Upper Flint

Watershed Hydrology

The Upper Flint Watershed (HUC 03130005) covers an area of approximately 2,976 square miles in Georgia, USA. It is part of the larger Flint River Basin and is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The watershed receives an average of 47 inches of precipitation annually, with the majority occurring as rainfall during the summer months. The hydrology of the watershed is dominated by the Flint River and its tributaries, which support diverse aquatic ecosystems and provide water for agricultural, industrial, and municipal uses. The watershed also contains several large reservoirs, including Lake Blackshear and Lake Tobesofkee, which serve as popular recreational destinations. In recent years, the Upper Flint Watershed has experienced significant drought conditions, leading to reduced water availability and increased pressure on water resources. Additionally, the region has seen increases in average annual temperatures and more frequent and intense precipitation events, which may have implications for water quality and ecosystem health.


Surface Flows

Upper Flint Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Upper Flint Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Upper Flint Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Upper Flint Watershed

Upper Flint Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed