Lower Little Blue

Watershed Hydrology

The Lower Little Blue Watershed (HUC 10270207) covers an area of approximately 282 square miles in Nebraska, USA. The watershed is primarily agricultural, with croplands and grasslands covering about 85% of the area. The hydrology of the watershed is dominated by the Little Blue River, which flows through the middle of the watershed from west to east. Snowpack in the region is relatively low, with an average snow water equivalent of around 2 inches. Surface water in the watershed is primarily from the Little Blue River and its tributaries. The watershed includes several small reservoirs that are used for irrigation and recreation. Interesting climatic facts and trends in the region include a warming trend over the past century, with average temperatures increasing by about 1.5°F. Additionally, the region experiences frequent severe weather events such as thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes.


Surface Flows

Lower Little Blue Watershed

Snowpack Depths

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Dams & Reservoirs

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Groundwater Levels

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Lower Little Blue Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed