SUB-BASIN PROFILE
Missouri River Sub-basin
The Missouri River Basin is a vast and significant hydrological region in North America, encompassing parts of ten U.S. states and one Canadian province. Here’s an overview:
Geography
Area: The basin covers over 529,000 square miles, making it the largest river basin in the United States.
Headwaters: The Missouri River originates in the Rocky Mountains of southwestern Montana, formed by the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin Rivers.
Course: The river flows east and south for approximately 2,341 miles before joining the Mississippi River north of St. Louis, Missouri.
Key Features
Tributaries: Major tributaries include the Yellowstone, Platte, Kansas, and Osage Rivers. The basin also includes numerous smaller rivers and streams.
Dams and Reservoirs: The basin is home to several significant dams, including Fort Peck, Garrison, and Oahe, which are crucial for flood control, irrigation, and hydroelectric power.
Ecosystems: The Missouri River Basin supports diverse ecosystems, ranging from the mountainous regions in the west to the Great Plains and agricultural lands in the east.
Uses
Agriculture: The basin is a critical agricultural region, producing significant amounts of corn, soybeans, wheat, and livestock.
Navigation: The river serves as an important transportation route for goods, particularly agricultural products.
Recreation: The basin offers numerous recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Water Supply: It provides water for millions of people and supports various industrial activities.
Challenges
Environmental Impact: The basin faces challenges such as sedimentation, nutrient pollution from agricultural runoff, and habitat loss.
Water Management: Managing the water resources of such a large and diverse basin requires coordinated efforts across multiple states and jurisdictions.
| Project | Sub-Basin | Location | Type | Implementer | Status | Cost | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Lakes Initiative (LLI) | Missouri River Basin | Ida County, Iowa | 24 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | — | Volumetric, Water Quality |
| Preserve Our Prairies Initiative – General Program | Missouri River Basin | McPherson County, South Dakota | 35 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | $40,000,000 | — |
| Big Rivers Initiative (BRI) – Reed Farm, IA | Missouri River Basin | Arnolds Park, Iowa | 24 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | $358,000 | Volumetric |
| Living Lakes Initiative (LLI) – Black Rock Farms | Missouri River Basin | Middletown Township, Minnesota | 24 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | $869,000 | — |
| Kansas WRAPS Program | Missouri River Basin | Topeka, Kansas | 35 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | — | Water Quality |
| Stanford Wetland, Kansas | Missouri River Basin | Concordia, Kansas | 24 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | — | Water Quality |
| Gardner Wetland, Kansas | Missouri River Basin | Jefferson County, Kansas | 24 | Ducks Unlimited | Accepting Funding | — | Water Quality |
Preserve Our Prairies Initiative – General Program
Big Rivers Initiative (BRI) – Reed Farm, IA
Living Lakes Initiative (LLI) – Black Rock Farms
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