Evaluation of Streamflow Forecasts for Multiple Basins in the Pacific Northwest Using an Enhanced Version of the Snowmelt Runoff Model

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TitleEvaluation of Streamflow Forecasts for Multiple Basins in the Pacific Northwest Using an Enhanced Version of the Snowmelt Runoff Model
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference2007
AuthorsHarshburger, B. J., Moore B. C., Blandford T. R., Humes K. S., and Walden V. P.
Conference Name75th Annual Western Snow Conference
Series TitleProceedings of the 75th Annual Western Snow Conference
Date PublishedApril 2007
PublisherWestern Snow Conference
Conference LocationKailua-Kona, HI
KeywordsSnowmelt runoff, streamflow forecasts, SRM, Downscaled forecasts, GFS
Abstract

Runoff in mountainous areas of the Pacific Northwest is largely dominated by snowmelt. Thus accurate streamflow forecasts are critical for the management of water resource systems. The objective of this project is to develop a short to medium range streamflow prediction system (1 to 15 days) based on the Snowmelt Runoff Model (SRM) for mountainous basins in the Pacific Northwest. Enhancements were made to the model to optimize model efficiency and aid in its operational implementation. Results from retrospective forecast model runs, using statistically downscaled temperature and precipitation forecasts from the NCEP Global Forecasting System (GFS) model (2003-2006) will be examined.
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