The Cuyama Watershed (HUC 18060007) is located in central California, covering an area of approximately 2,300 square miles. The area is characterized by a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters. The watershed is primarily composed of grasslands and shrublands, with some oak woodland and chaparral. The hydrology of the watershed is heavily influenced by snowpack, which typically accumulates in the higher elevations during the winter months and gradually melts throughout the spring and early summer. Surface water in the watershed is primarily sourced from the Cuyama River and its tributaries. There are several small reservoirs within the watershed, which are used for irrigation and recreation. The primary constituents of these reservoirs include sediment, nutrients, and algae. In recent years, the watershed has experienced a trend of decreasing snowpack and increasing temperatures, which has led to reduced surface water flows and increased risk of wildfire. However, the area also experiences periodic El Niño events which can bring increased precipitation and snowpack.