Where is Ennedi-Ouest Basin located?

Ennedi-Ouest Basin is located in Ennedi-Ouest, Chad. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 17.6283° N, 21.7173° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Ennedi-Ouest Basin?

As a Basin, Ennedi-Ouest Basin features an elevation/height of 705 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Ennedi-Ouest Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore Ennedi-Ouest Basin?

Yes, Ennedi-Ouest 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.

Ennedi-Ouest Basin Catchment Area (3430 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Ennedi-Ouest Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:3,429.9 km²

Avg Slope:36.00°

Precipitation:60 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:11 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Ennedi-Ouest Basin

Ennedi-Ouest Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Ennedi-Ouest, Chad at coordinates 17.6283° N, 21.7173° E. Covering a total surface area of 3,429.9 km² with an average annual precipitation of 60 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 Ennedi-Ouest Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	3,429.9 km²
Avg Slope	36.00°
Precipitation	60 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	11 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	705 m
Area	3,429.9 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation705 m

Total Area3,429.9 km²

Avg Slope36.00°

LocationEnnedi-Ouest, Chad

Coordinates17.6283° N, 21.7173° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff19 mm

Yearly Precip60 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content20%

Silt Content28%

Sand Content51%

Organic Carbon11 g/kg

Water Content2%

Erosion Rate663 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.47 mm

Potential Evapotransp.2042 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Algerian GerbilLocal Sighting

Gerbillus garamantis

UnknownVerified

Tarabul s GerbilLocal Sighting

Gerbillus tarabuli

Least ConcernVerified

Greater Egyptian JerboaLocal Sighting

Jaculus orientalis

Least ConcernVerified

Fat-tailed GerbilLocal Sighting

Pachyuromys duprasi

Least ConcernVerified

Flower s GerbilLocal Sighting

Gerbillus floweri

Least ConcernVerified

Buxton s JirdLocal Sighting

Meriones sacramenti

VulnerableVerified

Fat Sand RatLocal Sighting

Psammomys obesus

Least ConcernVerified

Pale Sand RatLocal Sighting

Psammomys vexillaris

Data DeficientVerified

Birds

Rufous-tailed Scrub RobinLocal Sighting

Erythropygia galactotes

UnknownVerified

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

Least ConcernFallback

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

Least ConcernFallback

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Sudan MastigureLocal Sighting

Uromastyx dispar

Verified

Sahara MastigureLocal Sighting

Uromastyx geyri

Verified

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

Smicronyx gossypii

Verified

Sahastata wunderlichi

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

3,429.9 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

32%Yield

Annual Runoff

19 mm

Mean Discharge

1.11 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 31.7%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

13 / 100

Soil Erosion

663t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:100%

Nighttime Light Index:0%

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