Fraser River Basin

GPTKB entity

Statements (55)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf river basin
gptkbp:area approximately 233,000 square kilometers
gptkbp:drainageBasin gptkb:Fraser_River
gptkbp:hasMajorCity gptkb:Abbotsford
gptkb:Vancouver
Chilliwack
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fraser River Basin
gptkbp:includes gptkb:Fraser_River
gptkbp:isAttendedBy climate change
pollution
urban development
drought conditions
gptkbp:isConnectedTo gptkb:Fraser_River_Estuary
numerous tributaries
Pacific Salmon
gptkbp:isDividedInto sub-basins
gptkbp:isHomeTo various fish species
wetlands
various wildlife species
biodiversity hotspots
endangered species
recreational fish species
First_Nations_communities
gptkbp:isImportantFor water supply
gptkbp:isKnownFor historical significance
recreational activities
scenic landscapes
cultural significance
wildlife viewing
cultural heritage sites
tourism opportunities
gptkbp:isMonitoredBy water quality
habitat conservation
fisheries health
Fraser_Basin_Council
gptkbp:isPartOf gptkb:Fraser_Valley
wildlife corridors
regional planning efforts
ecosystem restoration projects
Greater_Vancouver_area
Pacific_Ocean_watershed
Canadian_environmental_initiatives
gptkbp:isSubjectTo land use changes
environmental regulations
water management policies
flooding risks
gptkbp:isUsedFor agriculture
recreational boating
transportation
scientific research
hiking and camping
hydroelectric power generation
gptkbp:length approximately 1,375 kilometers
gptkbp:locatedIn gptkb:British_Columbia
gptkbp:supports salmon populations