Greenbrier
Watershed Hydrology
The Greenbrier Watershed (HUC 05050003) covers an area of approximately 2,500 square miles in West Virginia. The watershed is characterized by rugged terrain, including the Allegheny Mountains, and experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The area receives an average annual precipitation of 40-50 inches, with snowfall being common during the winter months. The watershed is home to several large reservoirs, including the Greenbrier River Reservoir, which provides drinking water to nearby communities. The primary industries in the area are agriculture, forestry, and tourism. Climate change trends in the region have shown an increase in average temperatures and a decrease in snowpack, which could impact the hydrology and surface water availability in the watershed.