Thompson

Watershed Hydrology

The Thompson watershed (HUC 10280102) covers an area of approximately 3,880 square kilometers in British Columbia, Canada. The hydrology of the watershed is characterized by several major rivers including the Thompson, Nicola, and Coldwater rivers. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The snowpack in the watershed is an important source of water for the rivers and is closely monitored by water management authorities. Surface water in the watershed is used for agriculture, industry, and recreation. The area contains several reservoirs, including Nicola Lake and Kamloops Lake, which store water for various purposes. The climate in the region has been changing in recent years, with increasing temperatures and decreasing precipitation. These changes have had significant impacts on the hydrology of the watershed, including reduced snowpack and decreased streamflow during the summer months.


Surface Flows

Thompson Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Thompson Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Thompson Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Thompson Watershed

Thompson Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed