Where is Mangystau District Basin located?

Mangystau District Basin is located in Mangystau District, Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 45.0093° N, 53.1649° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Mangystau District Basin?

As a Basin, Mangystau District Basin features an elevation/height of N/A. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Mangystau District Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore Mangystau District Basin?

Yes, Mangystau 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.

Mangystau District Basin Catchment Area (816 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Mangystau District Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:815.8 km²

Avg Slope:1.00°

Precipitation:126 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:8 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Mangystau District Basin

Mangystau District Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Mangystau District, Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan at coordinates 45.0093° N, 53.1649° E. Covering a total surface area of 815.8 km² with an average annual precipitation of 126 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 Mangystau District Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	815.8 km²
Avg Slope	1.00°
Precipitation	126 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	8 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	-7 m
Area	815.8 km²

Basin Overview

Avg ElevationN/A

Total Area815.8 km²

Avg Slope1.00°

LocationMangystau District, Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan

Coordinates45.0093° N, 53.1649° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff4 mm

Yearly Precip126 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content14%

Silt Content45%

Sand Content41%

Organic Carbon8 g/kg

Water Content13%

Erosion Rate47 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.118 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1050 mm

Avg Snow Cover10%

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Southern Birch Mouse

Sicista subtilis

Least ConcernVerified

Brandt s Hedgehog

Paraechinus hypomelas

Least ConcernVerified

Social Vole

Microtus socialis

Least ConcernVerified

Coypu

Myocastor coypus

Least ConcernVerified

Zaisan Mole Vole

Ellobius tancrei

Least ConcernVerified

Fennec Fox

Vulpes zerda

Least ConcernFallback

Kangaroo Rat

Dipodomys merriami

Least ConcernFallback

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

Sidewinder Rattlesnake

Crotalus cerastes

Least ConcernFallback

Thorny Devil

Moloch horridus

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Desert Pupfish

Cyprinodon macularius

Least ConcernFallback

Apache Trout

Oncorhynchus apache

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Abramis leuckartiiLocal Sighting

Abramis leuckartii

Verified

Anaceratagallia fragariae

Ancylosis leucocephala

Verified

Scopula flaccidaria

Verified

Hoplitis crassipunctata

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

815.8 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 / Rangelands100%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

3%Yield

Annual Runoff

4 mm

Mean Discharge

0 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 3.2%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

45 / 100

Soil Erosion

47t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:3%

Nighttime Light Index:0%

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