Where is East Kalimantan Basin located?

East Kalimantan Basin is located in East Kalimantan, Kalimantan, Indonesia. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 2.3856° N, 117.8797° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of East Kalimantan Basin?

As a Basin, East Kalimantan Basin features an elevation/height of 57 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of East Kalimantan Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore East Kalimantan Basin?

Yes, East Kalimantan 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 Kalimantan Basin Catchment Area (1720 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

East Kalimantan Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:1,720.2 km²

Avg Slope:19.00°

Precipitation:2060 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:41 g/kg

Exploration Summary: East Kalimantan Basin

East Kalimantan Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in East Kalimantan, Kalimantan, Indonesia at coordinates 2.3856° N, 117.8797° E. Covering a total surface area of 1,720.2 km² with an average annual precipitation of 2,060 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 Kalimantan Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	1,720.2 km²
Avg Slope	19.00°
Precipitation	2060 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	41 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	57 m
Area	1,720.2 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation57 m

Total Area1,720.2 km²

Avg Slope19.00°

LocationEast Kalimantan, Kalimantan, Indonesia

Coordinates2.3856° N, 117.8797° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff908 mm

Yearly Precip2060 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content21%

Silt Content25%

Sand Content53%

Organic Carbon41 g/kg

Water Content99%

Erosion Rate726 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Canopy Height37.3 m

Above-Ground Biomass244.5 t/ha

Leaf Area Index (LAI)4.59 m²/m²

Actual Evapotransp.1466 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1485 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileTropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Javan Ferret-badger

Melogale orientalis

Least ConcernVerified

Crocidura melanorhyncha

Hylobates albibarbs

Babyrousa babyrussa

Ailurops ursinus

Presbytis natunae

Birds

Epimachus astrapioides

UnknownVerified

Wetar Oriole

Oriolus finschi

Least ConcernVerified

Oriental Magpie-Robin

Copsychus saularis

Least ConcernFallback

Black Drongo

Dicrurus macrocercus

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Sigalegalephrynus harveyi

UnknownVerified

Oreophryne chlorops

UnknownVerified

Peppered Pinocchio Treefrog

Litoria pronimia

Least ConcernVerified

Green Pit Viper

Trimeresurus albolabris

Least ConcernFallback

King Cobra

Ophiophagus hannah

VulnerableFallback

Reticulated Python

Malayopython reticulatus

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Mahalona bluefin goby

Glossogobius mahalonensis

Myliobatis hamlyni

Glossogobius sentaniensis

Verified

Climbing Perch

Anabas testudineus

Least ConcernFallback

Striped Snakehead

Channa striata

Least ConcernFallback

Rohu

Labeo rohita

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Bronze-lined rabbitfish

Siganus insomnis

Verified

Parosphromenus juelinae

Verified

Plants & Fungi

Shorea paucifloraLocal Sighting

Shorea pauciflora

Verified

Shorea parvifoliaLocal Sighting

Shorea parvifolia

Spermacoce alata

Asystasia gangetica

Whitfordiodendron sumatranum

Passiflora ligularis

Polyalthia sinclairiana

Verified

Tropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Catchment Bio-Hydrological Profile

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

Drainage Area

1,720.2 km²

Canopy Structure

GEDI Lidar

87%

Forest

Leaf Area Index (LAI)

4.59 m²/m²

Density Classification

Closed Canopy Forest

Canopy Height37.3 m

Aboveground Biomass244.5 t/ha

Interactive Climatograph

Rainfall (mm)

Temp (°C)

Land Cover Breakdown

Forest / Tree Cover87%

Cropland12%

Pastures / Rangelands0%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies1%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

44%Yield

Annual Runoff

908 mm

Mean Discharge

7.58 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 44.1%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

49 / 100

Soil Erosion

726t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:57%

Nighttime Light Index:50%

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