Where is Al-Najaf District Basin located?

Al-Najaf District Basin is located in Al-Najaf District, Al-Najaf Governorate, Iraq. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 31.2138° N, 43.3435° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Al-Najaf District Basin?

As a Basin, Al-Najaf District Basin features an elevation/height of 309 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Al-Najaf District Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore Al-Najaf District Basin?

Yes, Al-Najaf District 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.

Al-Najaf District Basin Catchment Area (672 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Al-Najaf District Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:671.8 km²

Avg Slope:6.00°

Precipitation:77 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:6 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Al-Najaf District Basin

Al-Najaf District Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Al-Najaf District, Al-Najaf Governorate, Iraq at coordinates 31.2138° N, 43.3435° E. Covering a total surface area of 671.8 km² with an average annual precipitation of 77 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 Al-Najaf District Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	671.8 km²
Avg Slope	6.00°
Precipitation	77 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	6 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	309 m
Area	671.8 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation309 m

Total Area671.8 km²

Avg Slope6.00°

LocationAl-Najaf District, Al-Najaf Governorate, Iraq

Coordinates31.2138° N, 43.3435° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff24 mm

Yearly Precip77 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content18%

Silt Content40%

Sand Content42%

Organic Carbon6 g/kg

Water Content4%

Erosion RateN/A

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.62 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1785 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Desert Bighorn Sheep

Ovis canadensis nelsoni

Least ConcernFallback

Birds

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

Least ConcernFallback

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

Least ConcernFallback

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Gila Monster

Heloderma suspectum

Least ConcernFallback

Thorny Devil

Moloch horridus

Least ConcernFallback

Desert Tortoise

Gopherus agassizii

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Desert Pupfish

Cyprinodon macularius

Least ConcernFallback

Apache Trout

Oncorhynchus apache

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Pseudophlepsius binotatus

Verified

Macrosteles indrinus

Verified

Plants & Fungi

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

671.8 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%

Cropland0%

Pastures / Rangelands0%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

31%Yield

Annual Runoff

24 mm

Mean Discharge

0.041 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 31.2%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

51 / 100

Soil Erosion

0t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:18%

Nighttime Light Index:0%

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