A watershed is the area of land that captures precipitation and drains or seeps into a marsh, stream, river, lake or groundwater. Theoretical watershed Watershed Planning and Management Watersheds are multi-faceted, complex systems which often cross the jurisdictional boundaries of cities, counties, state and federal agencies.
Watersheds consist of distinct ecological, natural, economic and social features.
Watershed planning and management has been identified as a strategic avenue to ascertain and manage the diverse aspects of a watershed. Through comprehensive planning and management, coordinated actions can be identified which can result in an improved, sustainable, healthy watershed. The blending of these abilities will lead to a consensus-driven process that will result in the management of a sustainable, healthy watershed for the beneficial use of all its inhabitants.