Humboldt River Basin Capture Query Tool
A new tool for exploring how groundwater pumping affects water sources across the Humboldt River Basin
A new tool for exploring how groundwater pumping affects water sources across the Humboldt River Basin
By Nevada Water Science Center
January 30, 2026
The Humboldt River Basin Capture Query Tool (HCQT) is an interactive tool allows users to explore how groundwater pumping affects streamflow and other water sources across the Humboldt River Basin.
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With HCQT, you can:
- Select a location and pumping scenario.
- View model-estimated capture components, including stream capture, evapotranspiration capture, storage change, and drain capture.
- Generate easy-to-read charts and tables for informed water management decisions.
Get started with the HCQT today.
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