Correlation Between Streamflow Records in the Southern Wasatch Front, Utah and Regional Tree-Ring Chronologies

Authors

Chelsea Decker, Brigham Young University
Dr. Matthew Bekker, Brigham Young University

Keywords

Wasatch Front, streamflow, snowmelt, tree rings, drought

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Geography

Abstract

The arid and heavily populated Wasatch Front in Utah is dependent on streamflow from snowmelt. Historical records of streamflow go back about 100 years but this is insufficient to provide a complete picture of streamflow variability in the area. Water managers would greatly benefit from a more extensive record of streamflow in the area to adequately plan for future population growth along the Wasatch Front.

Recommended Citation

Decker, Chelsea and Bekker, Dr. Matthew (2014) "Correlation Between Streamflow Records in the Southern Wasatch Front, Utah and Regional Tree-Ring Chronologies," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014: Iss. 1, Article 199.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/199