This study evaluated environmental factors affecting on sediment and nutrient loads in Lam Takong River basin, Northeastern region of Thailand, using the results of SWAT (Soil and Water Assessment Tool) model. The simulation from 2007-2009 showed that mean annual sediment, NO3-N and TP at the outlet were 8.134 t/ha, 0.879 kg/ha and 1.213 kg/ha, respectively. Seven factors were significantly related to soil erosion including slope, elevation, agriculture, wetland, deciduous forest, evergreen forest and orchard. In addition, two factors were significantly related to NO3-N including surface runoff and urban area. Finally, four factors were significantly related to TP including surface runoff, elevation, deciduous forest and orchard. Modification of these factors can reduce sediment and nutrient loads in this basin.

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