Where is East Ennedi Basin located?

East Ennedi Basin is located in East Ennedi, Chad. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 17.0610° N, 22.5940° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of East Ennedi Basin?

As a Basin, East Ennedi Basin features an elevation/height of 1,149 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of East Ennedi Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore East Ennedi Basin?

Yes, East Ennedi 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.

East Ennedi Basin Catchment Area (345 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

East Ennedi Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:344.7 km²

Avg Slope:18.00°

Precipitation:89 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:12 g/kg

Exploration Summary: East Ennedi Basin

East Ennedi Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in East Ennedi, Chad at coordinates 17.0610° N, 22.5940° E. Covering a total surface area of 344.7 km² with an average annual precipitation of 89 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 East Ennedi Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	344.7 km²
Avg Slope	18.00°
Precipitation	89 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	12 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	1,149 m
Area	344.7 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation1,149 m

Total Area344.7 km²

Avg Slope18.00°

LocationEast Ennedi, Chad

Coordinates17.0610° N, 22.5940° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff28 mm

Yearly Precip89 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content19%

Silt Content32%

Sand Content49%

Organic Carbon12 g/kg

Water Content4%

Erosion Rate117 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.72 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1989 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

TopiLocal Sighting

Damaliscus korrigum

UnknownVerified

African Giant Free-tailed BatLocal Sighting

Tadarida ventralis

Data DeficientVerified

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

Spathioplites phreneticus

Verified

Evippa arenaria

Verified

Sahastata wunderlichi

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

344.7 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%

Cropland0%

Pastures / Rangelands100%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

31%Yield

Annual Runoff

28 mm

Mean Discharge

0.295 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 31.5%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

15 / 100

Soil Erosion

117t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:54%

Nighttime Light Index:0%

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