The Tahquamenon watershed spans over 3,000 square miles in northeastern Michigan and drains into Lake Superior. The watershed is primarily forested and includes two state parks, the Tahquamenon Falls State Park and the Muskallonge Lake State Park. The watershed is known for its significant snowfall, which contributes to the large volumes of water that flow through the Tahquamenon River. The snowpack depth in the watershed can exceed 100 inches. The surface water quality in the watershed is relatively good, with no major sources of contamination. There are a few small reservoirs in the watershed, but they are primarily used for recreation. The climate in the watershed is characterized by cold winters and mild summers. The average annual precipitation in the watershed is approximately 30 inches, with the majority falling as snow in the winter months. The trend in recent years has been towards warmer temperatures, which could potentially impact snowpack and water flow in the watershed.