Geomorphology and river management : application of the river styles framework

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Title:

Author:

Brierley, Gary J.

ISBN:

9781405115162

Personal Author:

Brierley, Gary J.

Publication Information:

Malden, MA : Blackwell Pub., 2005.

Physical Description:

xii, 398 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Contents:

1. Introduction -- 2. Spatial considerations in aquatic ecosystem management -- 3. Temporal considerations in aquatic ecosystem management -- 4. River character -- 5. River behavior -- 6. River change -- 7. Geomorphic responses of rivers to human disturbance -- 8. Overview of the River Styles framework and practical considerations for its application -- 9. Stage one of the River Styles framework : catchment-wide baseline survey of river character and behavior -- 10. Stage two of the River Styles framework : catchment-framed assessment of river evolution and geomorphic condition -- 11. Stage three of the River Styles framework : prediction of likely future river condition based on analysis of recovery potential -- 12. Stage four of the Rivers Styles framework : implications for river management -- 13. Putting geomorphic principles into practice.

Abstract:

"This book outlines geomorphic considerations for river management and a generic set of procedures, termed the River Styles framework, which provides a set of tools for interpreting river character, behavior, condition, and recovery potential. This book is essential reading for a wide range of river practitioners, including students, technical officers, consultants, and academics."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Rivers.

Stream ecology.

Watershed management.

Geomorphology.

Added Author:

Fryirs, Kirstie A.

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This book outlines a generic set of procedures, termed the River Styles Framework, which provides a set of tools for interpreting river character, behavior, condition, and recovery potential. Applications of the framework generate a coherent package of geomorphic information, providing a physical template for river rehabilitation activities.
management and restoration of rivers is a rapidly growing topic for environmental scientists, geologists and ecologists - this book provides a learning tool with which to approach geomorphic applications to river management
describes the essential geomorphological principles underlying river behaviour and evolution
demonstrates how the River Styles Framework can turn geomorphic theory into practice, to develop workable strategies for restoration and management
based on real case studies and authors extensive experience
applicable to river systems worldwide
synthesises fluvial geomorphology, ecology and management