A geomorphic approach to the identification of river recovery potential

Auteurs :
FRYIRS, K.
BRIERLEY, G.

Description :
In this paper, a generic procedure to measure river recovery is developed and applied in Bega catchment, on the south coast of New South Wales (NSW), Australia. The approach is based on analysis of geomorphic units and ergodic reasoning. Historical data and field analyses are used to identify stages of river evolution throughout Bega catchment. From this, stages of river condition and pathways of adjustment are assessed for 3 river styles at different positions within the catchment. The geomorphic recovery potential of each reach is determined by assessing the connectivity of reaches throughout the catchment and interpreting limiting factors to recovery.


Type de document :
Article de périodique

Source :
Physical geography, issn : 0272-3646, 2000, vol. 21, n°. 3, p. 244-277, Collation : Illustration, Références bibliographiques : 6 p.

Date :
2000

Editeur :
Pays édition : Royaume-Uni, Abingdon, Taylor and Francis