Lorica Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Lorica, Córdoba, RAP Caribe, Colombia at coordinates 9.1224° N, 76.1041° W. Covering a total surface area of 674.7 km² with an average annual precipitation of 1,359 mm/yr, this catchment basin governs regional runoff, drainage density, and watershed retention.
Lorica Basin is located in Lorica, Córdoba, RAP Caribe, Colombia. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 9.1224° N, 76.1041° W. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.
As a Basin, Lorica Basin features an elevation/height of 58 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.
Lorica Basin was formed through regional geomorphological processes, shaped by long-term weathering, lithological structures, and tectonic movement.
Yes, Lorica 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.
| Drainage Area | 674.7 km² |
| Avg Slope | 23.00° |
| Precipitation | 1359 mm/yr |
| Soil Org Carbon | 27 g/kg |
| Avg Elevation | 58 m |
| Area | 674.7 km² |
Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area
Diplomys rufodorsalis
Oryzomys villosus
Felis catus
Myrmecophaga tridactyla
Micoureus regina
Micoureus demerarae
Balantiopteryx infosca
Priodontes maximus
Leucopternis albicollis
Cercomacra tyrannina
Chaetura pelagica
Anairetes agilis
Chrysuronia grayi
Calidris subruficollis
Aratinga pertinax
Oceanodroma markhami
Leucostethus fraterdanieli
Pristimantis johannesdei
Epicrionops parkeri
Caecilia pulchraserrana
Bolitoglossa muisca
Pristimantis blasi
Pristimantis bowara
Synapturanus sacratus
Arapaima gigas
Pygocentrus nattereri
Paracheirodon innesi
Electrophorus electricus
Colossoma macropomum
Trichomycterus santanderensis
Hyphessobrycon daguae
Hyphessobrycon flammeus
Parotocinclus yaka
Gymnotus carapo
Astronotus mikoljii
Gymnotus coropinae
Pimelodella yaharo
Smilax mollis
Smilax domingensis
Panicum trichoides
Podocarpus guatemalensis
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Nowellia curvifolia
Virola sebifera
Psilotum nudum
Detailed science-downscaled diagnostics covering canopy structures, climatology, and watershed stability.
Drainage Area
674.7 km²
Forest
Leaf Area Index (LAI)
3.54 m²/m²
Density Classification
Barren Landscape
Annual Runoff
482 mm
Mean Discharge
1.063 m³/s
Water yield ratio of 35.5%, converting precipitation into channel flow.
Human Stress
Soil Erosion
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