The Deschutes Watershed (HUC 17110016) covers approximately 7,760 square miles in Central Oregon, including portions of the Cascade Mountains, high desert, and agricultural land. The hydrology of the watershed is influenced by snowmelt from the mountains, with the highest elevations receiving over 200 inches of snow annually. The Deschutes River is the primary surface water source and is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Metolius and Crooked Rivers. The watershed also includes several large reservoirs, including Wickiup and Crane Prairie, which are used for hydroelectric power, irrigation, and recreation. The water quality of the Deschutes River has been impacted by agricultural runoff, logging, and urbanization. Climate trends in the area show increased temperatures and decreased snowpack, leading to changes in streamflow patterns and potential impacts on water availability for agriculture, recreation, and wildlife.