| Alternatives in Regulated River Management Contributor(s): Gore, James A. (Editor), Petts, Geoffrey E. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1315890496 ISBN-13: 9781315890494 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $267.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Fisheries & Aquaculture - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Science | Life Sciences - Botany |
| Dewey: 363.739 |
| Physical Information: 354 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Researchers and managers of regulated river systems will find this volume useful in acquiring information for deciding an integrated management plan for regulated river operations. Rather than the ecological theory of impacts of flow regulation, emphasis has been placed on methods to predict water quality and habitat alterations, as well as techniques to mitigate impacts from various operational scenarios. Although most chapters refer to impacts of riverine impoundments, these alternatives apply to any regulated situation in which changes in water quality or flow pattern occur. The predictive modeling techniques are explained primarily from a theoretical background. However, extensive bibliographies can guide the uninitiated to specific texts and software. Where controversial techniques have been presented, alternate methods are also described. Major topic areas include water quality problems, channel modification and management, ecological modeling and management, as well as a section on perspectives for ecological management and special problems in developing nations. |