Watershed

1. SUBMITTED TO
Dr Divya J
Assistant professor
Department of Environmental Science
JSS AHER
SUBMITTED BY
Anamika N
1st year
Bsc Environmental Science
JSS College

2. CONTENTS
1. Indroduction to Watershed Management
2. Objectives
3. Intergrated watershed management
4. Advantages and Disadvantages of watershed management
5. Reference

3. INDRODUCTION
WHAT IS WATERSHED MANAGEMENT?
Watershed management is the comprehensive planning
and implementation of strategies to protect, conserve, and
sustainably manage the natural resources within a specific
watershed.
This includes managing water quality, quantity, soil
erosion, vegetation, and overall ecosystem health to
ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources for
various uses, such as drinking water, agriculture, and
industry.

4. IMAGE DESCRIPTION OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT

5. OBJECTIVES
Watershed management involves a series of steps to
protect and sustainably manage water resources within a
specific geographic area.
 Assessment and Planning : Identify the boundaries of the
watershed.Assess the existing land use, topography, soil
types, and water resources.Understand the social,
economic, and ecological aspects of the watershed.
 Stakeholder Engagement : Involve local communities,
government agencies, NGOs, and other
stakeholders.Gather input and support for watershed
management initiatives.
 Data Collection and Analysis : Gather data on rainfall,
water quality, and land use.

6. INTERGRATED WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT

7. WHAT IS INTERGRATED WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT (IWM)
Conservation Authorities rely on an Integrated Watershed
Management (IWM) approach to protect water resources
and address escalating environmental challenges from the
impacts of climate change and rapid urbanization.
Our activities on the land impact the health and
sustainability of natural resources and can threaten how
much water remains available, as well as, how well we can
adapt to the impacts of climate change. IWM is an approach
that requires us to manage human activities and natural
resources, together, on a watershed basis taking into
consideration the connected interests and needs of the
environment, economy and society

9. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT
 Improved Water Quality : Effective watershed management can
lead to cleaner and safer water sources, which benefit both
humans and ecosystems.
 Sustainable Water Resources : It helps ensure a consistent and
sustainable supply of water for various uses, including agriculture,
industry, and domestic consumption
 Erosion Control : Watershed management practices, like
afforestation and soil conservation, can reduce soil erosion,
protecting valuable topsoil and preventing sedimentation in
water bodies
1. ADVANTAGES OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT

10. 2. DISADVANTAGES OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
 Costly and Resource-Intensive : Implementing and
maintaining watershed management initiatives can be
expensive and resource-intensive, which may pose
financial challenges.
 Complexity : Watershed management involves numerous
stakeholders, and coordination among them can be
complex, leading to conflicts and delays.
 Long-Term Commitment : Success in watershed
management often requires long-term commitment and
continuous monitoring, which may be difficult to sustain.
 Land Use Conflicts : Balancing various land uses, such
as agriculture, urban development, and conservation, can
lead to conflicts of interest.

12. REFERENCE
 Government Agencies: Check the websites and publications of government
agencies responsible for environmental or water resource management in
your region. In the United States, for instance, the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) provide
valuable resources on watershed management.
 Academic Journals: Peer-reviewed journals in fields like hydrology,
environmental science, and geography often publish research articles on
watershed management. Access academic databases like PubMed, Google
Scholar, or university library resources to find relevant papers.
 Nonprofit Organisations: Organisations like The Nature Conservancy,
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and local watershed associations often publish
reports, guidelines, and case studies related to watershed management.
 Books: Look for books written by experts in the field of hydrology, ecology,
or environmental science. “Watershed Management for Potable Water
Supply: Assessing the New York City Strategy” by New York Academy of
Sciences is one example.