Paths to Runoff
In this section we will describe the paths that water can take to the basin outlet. We will look at details about surface runoff, interflow, and pre-event water. We will also consider influences of climate, geography, and pre-event moisture.
In this section you will learn to:
- Identify the different types of runoff that occur both at and below the surface
- Recognize the influence of surface and soil properties that influence surface runoff
- Understand the soil properties that influence subsurface runoff, or interflow
- Anticipate the types of runoff you may expect in your area given the rainfall/snowmelt rate and the soil properties