Flow partitioning between branches of the Karnali river in Nepal

The dynamics of the bifurcating Karnali river in the western plains of Nepal and India is governed by the geomorphological processes in an alluvial fan. The dynamic branches showcase a notable degree of braiding, dominant channel switching and unequal discharge partitioning. Since recent switching of the dominant channel of Karnali system...

To what extent is morphodynamics of Terai Arc Landscape rivers altered by human actions?

Morphodynamic similarities between rivers in the Terai Arc Landscape

Rivers flowing from the highlands to the lowlands, characterize the Terai Arc Landscape (TAL) in Nepal and India, but also the neighbouring region in Bhutan. The sudden change in slope results in deposition of nutrient-rich sediment, which forms large alluvial or fluvial fans that enhance biodiversity and economic activities in the region. Our...

Fiber optic distributed acoustic sensing for levee monitoring