Middle Tallapoosa
Watershed Hydrology
The Middle Tallapoosa Watershed (HUC 03150109) covers a land area of approximately 2,072 square kilometers in eastern Alabama. The area receives an average rainfall of 1,287mm annually, with most of the precipitation occurring during the winter months. The watershed is characterized by a dense network of streams and rivers, which are fed by several major tributaries, including the Little Tallapoosa River and the Tallapoosa River. In terms of hydrology, the Middle Tallapoosa Watershed is heavily influenced by its topography, with steep, mountainous terrain in the upper reaches giving way to flatter, more alluvial floodplains in the lower reaches. The watershed is also home to several large reservoirs, which are used for drinking water, recreation, and hydroelectric power generation. Climatically, the area experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, with occasional snowfall. Over the past few decades, the region has seen a trend towards warmer temperatures and more frequent extreme weather events, including droughts and floods. Overall, the Middle Tallapoosa Watershed is an important ecological and economic resource for the region, providing valuable habitat for wildlife and supporting a variety of human activities.