Where is Oum el Assel Basin located?

Oum el Assel Basin is located in Oum el Assel, Tinduf Disctrict, Tinduf, Algeria. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 27.1131° N, 4.5130° W. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Oum el Assel Basin?

As a Basin, Oum el Assel Basin features an elevation/height of 434 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Oum el Assel Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore Oum el Assel Basin?

Yes, Oum el Assel 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.

Oum el Assel Basin Catchment Area (2118 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Oum el Assel Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:2,117.9 km²

Avg Slope:13.00°

Precipitation:11 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:9 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Oum el Assel Basin

Oum el Assel Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Oum el Assel, Tinduf Disctrict, Tinduf, Algeria at coordinates 27.1131° N, 4.5130° W. Covering a total surface area of 2,117.9 km² with an average annual precipitation of 11 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 Oum el Assel Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	2,117.9 km²
Avg Slope	13.00°
Precipitation	11 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	9 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	434 m
Area	2,117.9 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation434 m

Total Area2,117.9 km²

Avg Slope13.00°

LocationOum el Assel, Tinduf Disctrict, Tinduf, Algeria

Coordinates27.1131° N, 4.5130° W

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff6 mm

Yearly Precip11 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content18%

Silt Content32%

Sand Content50%

Organic Carbon9 g/kg

Water ContentN/A

Erosion Rate14 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Actual Evapotransp.4 mm

Potential Evapotransp.2116 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileDesert Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Meoscetus schweinfurthiLocal Sighting

Meoscetus schweinfurthi

UnknownVerified

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

Myriopholis algeriensisLocal Sighting

Myriopholis algeriensis

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

Ochrilidia geniculata

Verified

Notopleura saharica

Verified

Cebrennus rechenbergi

Homalometopus albiditinctus

Verified

Cebrennus villosus

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

2,117.9 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 / Rangelands0%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

55%Yield

Annual Runoff

6 mm

Mean Discharge

0 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 54.5%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

0 / 100

Soil Erosion

14t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:39%

Nighttime Light Index:0%

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