The Red Chute Watershed (HUC 11140204) is located in Louisiana and covers an area of approximately 225 square miles. It is part of the larger Red River Basin and is primarily composed of agricultural land and urban development. The hydrology of the watershed is heavily influenced by rainfall and occasional flooding. The area receives an average of 55 inches of precipitation each year, with most of it falling during the summer months. The watershed has a significant snowpack, with an average annual accumulation of 4 inches. The surface water in the watershed is dominated by streams and channels, with notable reservoirs including Lake Bistineau and Bodcau Reservoir. The reservoir constituents are primarily composed of sediment and organic matter. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Climate trends indicate increasing temperatures and precipitation events, which may have implications for the hydrology of the watershed.