Where is Afar Region Basin located?

Afar Region Basin is located in Afar Region, Ethiopia. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 10.3160° N, 40.7552° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Afar Region Basin?

As a Basin, Afar Region Basin features an elevation/height of 735 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Afar Region Basin?

Afar Region Basin was formed through regional geomorphological processes, shaped by long-term weathering, lithological structures, and tectonic movement.

Can you visit and explore Afar Region Basin?

Yes, Afar Region Basin can be explored. You can find nearby routes, natural discovery points, and regional markers under the "Nearby Discovery" tab. Visitors should check local environmental regulations and travel advisories before planning a visit.

Afar Region Basin Catchment Area (1002 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Afar Region Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:1,001.7 km²

Avg Slope:19.00°

Precipitation:503 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:21 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Afar Region Basin

Afar Region Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Afar Region, Ethiopia at coordinates 10.3160° N, 40.7552° E. Covering a total surface area of 1,001.7 km² with an average annual precipitation of 503 mm/yr, this catchment basin governs regional runoff, drainage density, and watershed retention.

Data sources: HydroATLAS, GEBCO, OpenStreetMap, and global geospatial datasets. Measurements may vary depending on dataset resolution and survey methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions About Afar Region Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	1,001.7 km²
Avg Slope	19.00°
Precipitation	503 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	21 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	735 m
Area	1,001.7 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation735 m

Total Area1,001.7 km²

Avg Slope19.00°

LocationAfar Region, Ethiopia

Coordinates10.3160° N, 40.7552° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff56 mm

Yearly Precip503 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content29%

Silt Content26%

Sand Content45%

Organic Carbon21 g/kg

Water Content22%

Erosion Rate2407 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.423 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1922 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Hexaprotodon brunetiLocal Sighting

Hexaprotodon bruneti

UnknownVerified

Australopithecus afarensisLocal Sighting

Australopithecus afarensis

UnknownVerified

Chororapithecus abyssinicusLocal Sighting

Chororapithecus abyssinicus

UnknownVerified

Nyctere de Parisi

Nycteris parisii

Data DeficientVerified

Asian Barbastelle

Barbastella leucomelas

Least ConcernVerified

Oribi

Ourebia ourebi

Least ConcernVerified

Olive Baboon

Papio anubus

UnknownVerified

Tomb Bat

Taphozous mauritianus

Least ConcernVerified

Birds

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

Least ConcernFallback

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

Least ConcernFallback

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Philochortus neumanniLocal Sighting

Philochortus neumanni

Verified

Hemidactylus foudaiiLocal Sighting

Hemidactylus foudaii

Verified

Gila Monster

Heloderma suspectum

Least ConcernFallback

Thorny Devil

Moloch horridus

Least ConcernFallback

Desert Tortoise

Gopherus agassizii

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Goliath Tigerfish

Hydrocynus goliath

Least ConcernFallback

Senegal Bichir

Polypterus senegalus

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Pandinoides cavimanus

Verified

African Cone-head

Conocephalus conocephalus

Plants & Fungi

Abrus gawenensisLocal Sighting

Abrus gawenensis

Verified

Saguaro Cactus

Carnegiea gigantea

Fallback

Joshua Tree

Yucca brevifolia

Fallback

Creosote Bush

Larrea tridentata

Fallback

Prickly Pear

Opuntia ficus-indica

Fallback

Desert Biome

Catchment Bio-Hydrological Profile

Detailed science-downscaled diagnostics covering canopy structures, climatology, and watershed stability.

Drainage Area

1,001.7 km²

Canopy Structure

GEDI Lidar

0%

Forest

No forest cover detected.

Canopy height, aboveground biomass, and Leaf Area Index (LAI) are only computed for active forest systems.

Interactive Climatograph

Rainfall (mm)

Temp (°C)

Land Cover Breakdown

Forest / Tree Cover0%

Cropland30%

Pastures / Rangelands70%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

11%Yield

Annual Runoff

56 mm

Mean Discharge

1.989 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 11.1%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

73 / 100

Soil Erosion

2.4kt/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:57%

Nighttime Light Index:12%

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