Lecture

Indices for River Assessment and Classification

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ENV-418: River eco-morphodynamics and bioengineering

The course deals with the interactions between hydraulics, solid transport by hauling and the watercourse space at the origin of the morphology and richness of habitats. Regime theory is presented and the quality of a stream's habitat is assessed. ...

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This lecture by the instructor covers the assessment and classification of streams based on various indices, including ecological integrity, hydro-morphological diversity, and morphological quality. It discusses the importance of protecting and restoring river systems, the methods used for assessment, and examples of assessment indices. The lecture emphasizes the need to evaluate the ecological status of streams, predict future conditions, and monitor the success of restoration projects.

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Physical geography: Geomorphology

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