The North Skunk Watershed (HUC 07080106) covers an area of approximately 1,599 square miles in central Iowa. The watershed is home to several streams, lakes, and wetlands, which are fed by rainfall and snowmelt. The snowpack in the region varies from year to year, but typically accumulates in December and January and melts in February and March. Surface water in the watershed is monitored for various constituents, including nutrients, sediment, and bacteria. The watershed contains several reservoirs, including Lake Red Rock, which is a major source of drinking water for the region. Climatic trends in the North Skunk Watershed include an increase in extreme precipitation events and warmer average temperatures. These trends are consistent with global climate change and may have implications for the hydrology of the watershed in the future. Overall, the North Skunk Watershed is an important resource for the region, providing water for drinking, recreation, and agriculture.