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Comparing gravel-bed rivers in paired urban and rural catchments of southeastern Pennsylvania.

Authors :
Pizzuto, J.E.
Hession, W.C.
Source :
Geology. Jan2000, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p79. 4p. 1 Chart, 2 Graphs.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Compares the gravel-bed rivers in paired urban and rural catchments of southeastern Pennsylvania. Impact of urbanization on fluvial morphology and processes; Quantitative criteria for evaluating stream restoration projects in urban areas; Speculations on the supply of sediment to urban channels from hillslope processes and channel erosion.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00917613
Volume :
28
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Geology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
2714465
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1130/0091-7613(2000)028<0079:CGRIPU>2.0.CO;2