Section 03

Western Lake Erie Basin Watershed Dynamics

Consider the natural and human activities that can impact water quality.

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Watershed Lesson

Understanding land use in a watershed helps experts determine where impacts on water quality may originate.

Section 03 Review

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At the Ohio/Indiana border the elevation of the Maumee River is 707 feet above mean sea level. At Maumee Bay the river is 573 feet above mean sea level, dropping an average of 1.3 feet per mile. The steepest section is between Waterville, Ohio and Maumee, Ohio at 5 feet per mile.

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  • In this example, what direction is the water flowing?

  • How can you tell?

  • What other substances may travel with the water as it moves through the watershed?

Upcoming Sections

Section 04

What research, strategies and technologies can farmers use to help protect water quality?

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Section 05

Many people, including legislators, conservation groups and farmer organizations, are working on solutions. Which efforts will be effective?

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Perspective from Canada

Lake Erie shares its border with the Canadian province of Ontario. Many nutrient stewardship strategies and water quality goals cross borders to benefit Lake Erie.

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