Minimum annual flow

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007310",
  "term": "Minimum annual flow",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The lowest instantaneous or daily average discharge rate of a river or stream recorded over the course of a calendar or water year. This value is a key indicator of drought conditions and a stream's capacity to sustain aquatic ecosystems during dry periods. Hydrologists analyze long-term records of minimum annual flow to assess water availability and establish regulations for water withdrawal.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/minimum-annual-flow/"
}