Upper Wind

Watershed Hydrology

The Upper Wind watershed (HUC 10080001) covers a land area of approximately 2,376 square miles in central Wyoming. The hydrology of the region is characterized by alpine and sub-alpine forests, grasslands, and sagebrush steppe. The watershed is fed by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains, which contributes to specific snowpack accumulation in the higher elevations. Surface water in the region is primarily sourced from streams and rivers, including the Wind River and its tributaries. Several reservoirs are located within the Upper Wind watershed, including the Boysen and Pathfinder reservoirs. Interesting climatic facts include the region experiencing cold and dry winters, with average annual precipitation ranging from 6-12 inches. Recent trends show decreasing snowpack and earlier snowmelt, which could have significant impacts on water availability for agricultural and recreational purposes.


Surface Flows

Upper Wind Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Upper Wind Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Upper Wind Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Upper Wind Watershed

Upper Wind Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed