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Simulating the variable-source-area concept of streamflow generation with the watershed model TOPMODEL

January 1, 1993

This report describes TOPMODEL, which is a physically based watershed model that simulates the variable-source-area concept of streamflow generation. The report describes the theoretical background, model equations, methods to determine parameter values, Fortran computer code, and an example interactive simulation. Using TOPMODEL requires specification of soils and topographic parameters, watershed latitude, and time series of precipitation and air temperature. Model predictions include, in addition to streamflow, estimates of overland and subsurface flow, and an estimate of the spatial pattern of the depth to the water table in the watershed.

Publication Year 1993
Title Simulating the variable-source-area concept of streamflow generation with the watershed model TOPMODEL
DOI 10.3133/wri934124
Authors D. M. Wolock
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Water-Resources Investigations Report
Series Number 93-4124
Index ID wri934124
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse