Applying Models to Determine Sediment Transport in Rivers

摘要

Sediment transport numerical models can aid in the planning, operation, or decommissioning of a hydro project. Case studies illustrate how using these models can help owners predict where sediment will be deposited, evaluate measures to augment sediment supply downstream from a dam, and forecast how sediment released during dam removal will affect the downstream environment.rnSediment transport in a river is sporadic, depending primarily on periods of higher flow. During lower flow periods, sediment particles settle and form deposits.