Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney

Watershed Hydrology

The Middle Brazos Lake Whitney watershed covers an area of approximately 1,628 square miles in central Texas. The hydrology of the region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The watershed includes several streams that flow into Lake Whitney, a man-made reservoir that serves as a popular recreational destination for boating and fishing. The area experiences occasional snowfall during winter months, but snowpack is generally not a significant factor in the region's hydrology. The surface water in the watershed is impacted by agricultural runoff and elevated levels of nutrients and sediment. Lake Whitney's water quality is influenced by a variety of factors, including upstream land use, weather patterns, and recreational activities. Interesting climatic facts for the region include the occurrence of severe thunderstorms and flooding events during the spring and summer months. Additionally, the area experiences occasional drought conditions, which can have significant impacts on the availability of water resources. Trends in climate change suggest that the region may experience increased temperatures and variability in precipitation patterns in the coming years.


Surface Flows

Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney Watershed

Snowpack Depths

Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney Watershed

Dams & Reservoirs

Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney Watershed

Groundwater Levels

Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney Watershed

Middle Brazos-Lake Whitney Rivers

Rivers of the Watershed