Where is Upper Uele Basin located?

Upper Uele Basin is located in Upper Uele, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 4.0615° N, 28.7921° E. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Upper Uele Basin?

As a Basin, Upper Uele Basin features an elevation/height of 738 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Upper Uele Basin?

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

Can you visit and explore Upper Uele Basin?

Yes, Upper Uele 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.

Upper Uele Basin Catchment Area (704 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Upper Uele Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:703.7 km²

Avg Slope:8.00°

Precipitation:1580 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:16 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Upper Uele Basin

Upper Uele Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Upper Uele, Democratic Republic of the Congo at coordinates 4.0615° N, 28.7921° E. Covering a total surface area of 703.7 km² with an average annual precipitation of 1,580 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 Upper Uele Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	703.7 km²
Avg Slope	8.00°
Precipitation	1580 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	16 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	738 m
Area	703.7 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation738 m

Total Area703.7 km²

Avg Slope8.00°

LocationUpper Uele, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Coordinates4.0615° N, 28.7921° E

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff279 mm

Yearly Precip1580 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content36%

Silt Content11%

Sand Content54%

Organic Carbon16 g/kg

Water Content71%

Erosion Rate44 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Canopy Height29.1 m

Above-Ground Biomass211.2 t/ha

Leaf Area Index (LAI)3.87 m²/m²

Actual Evapotransp.1274 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1823 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileTropical Grasslands & Savanna

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Rousettus specLocal Sighting

Rousettus spec

UnknownVerified

Lake Chad GerbilLocal Sighting

Taterillus lacustris

Least ConcernVerified

Stegodon kaisensisLocal Sighting

Stegodon kaisensis

UnknownVerified

Arvicanthis niloticusLocal Sighting

Arvicanthis niloticus

Least ConcernVerified

Yankari ShrewLocal Sighting

Crocidura yankariensis

Least ConcernVerified

Bison

Bison bison

Least ConcernFallback

Pronghorn

Antilocapra americana

Least ConcernFallback

Birds

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

Least ConcernFallback

Greater Prairie Chicken

Tympanuchus cupido

Least ConcernFallback

Red-tailed Hawk

Buteo jamaicensis

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Spiny Puddle FrogLocal Sighting

Phrynobatrachus chukuchuku

EndangeredVerified

Feeble Gracile Blind-snakeLocal Sighting

Letheobia debilis

Verified

Hyperolius jacobseniLocal Sighting

Hyperolius jacobseni

Data DeficientVerified

Chad River FrogLocal Sighting

Phrynobatrachus pygmaeus

Data DeficientVerified

Bullsnake

Pituophis catenifer sayi

Least ConcernFallback

Fish

Goliath Tigerfish

Hydrocynus goliath

Least ConcernFallback

Senegal Bichir

Polypterus senegalus

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Abacetus iridescensLocal Sighting

Abacetus iridescens

Verified

Abacetus atroirideusLocal Sighting

Abacetus atroirideus

Verified

Abanatus belotiLocal Sighting

Abanatus beloti

Verified

Abascalaphus nigripesLocal Sighting

Abascalaphus nigripes

Verified

Abacetus treichiLocal Sighting

Abacetus treichi

Verified

Plants & Fungi

Coleus chevalieriLocal Sighting

Coleus chevalieri

Verified

Salix chevalieriLocal Sighting

Salix chevalieri

Verified

Coleus petiolatissimusLocal Sighting

Coleus petiolatissimus

Verified

Ascopolyporus cauliumLocal Sighting

Ascopolyporus caulium

Verified

Pristimera tisserantiiLocal Sighting

Pristimera tisserantii

Verified

Coleus lageniocalyxLocal Sighting

Coleus lageniocalyx

Verified

Coleus centraliafricanusLocal Sighting

Coleus centraliafricanus

Verified

Coleus myrianthellusLocal Sighting

Coleus myrianthellus

Verified

Tropical Grasslands & Savanna

Catchment Bio-Hydrological Profile

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

Drainage Area

703.7 km²

Canopy Structure

GEDI Lidar

100%

Forest

Leaf Area Index (LAI)

3.87 m²/m²

Density Classification

Closed Canopy Forest

Canopy Height29.1 m

Aboveground Biomass211.2 t/ha

Interactive Climatograph

Rainfall (mm)

Temp (°C)

Land Cover Breakdown

Forest / Tree Cover100%

Cropland0%

Pastures / Rangelands0%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies0%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

18%Yield

Annual Runoff

279 mm

Mean Discharge

6.221 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 17.7%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

57 / 100

Soil Erosion

44t/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:24%

Nighttime Light Index:20%

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