A characterization of side channel development

Journal article (2019)

Authors

R. Pepijn van Denderen University of Twente
R.M.J. Schielen Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment, Rivers, Ports, Waterways and Dredging Engineering - CEG , University of Twente
Menno W. Straatsma Universiteit Utrecht
Maarten G. Kleinhans Universiteit Utrecht
S. J.M.H. Hulscher University of Twente
Research Group
Rivers, Ports, Waterways and Dredging Engineering (CEG) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2019 R. Pepijn van Denderen, R.M.J. Schielen, Menno W. Straatsma, Maarten G. Kleinhans, Suzanne J.M.H. Hulscher
DOI
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https://doi.org/10.1002/rra.3462
River morphology Bifurcations Artificial side channels Secondary channels Side channels
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Published Date

2019

Language

English

Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Department

Hydraulic Engineering

Research Group

Rivers, Ports, Waterways and Dredging Engineering

Abstract

Side channels are commonly constructed to reduce the flood risk or to increase the ecological value of a river. Such artificial side channels generally aggrade. We categorize the development of side channels based on the sediment that is deposited in these channels. Based on this categorization, we determine the main mechanisms that affect their development, and we propose an initial framework on how to predict the long-term development of side channels. The results can be used to design, operate, and maintain side channel systems.