Fluvial Geomorphology Studies in Wisconsin
Valley side failures along upstream reaches contribute to degraded spawning habitat in lower reaches, North Fish Creek.
Overview
Fluvial geomorphology studies provide an understanding of the physical processes responsible for shaping the character of streams and their riparian zones across both glaciatied and unglaciated regions of Wisconsin and the midwestern U.S. These studies usually involve stream assessment and monitoring components that range of spatial scales from a particular reach to entire watersheds. Time scales may range from a couple of years to more than several hundred years.
Research studies in the WI WSC are geared toward understanding the reasons for and magnitude of channel changes that result in episodes of erosion and deposition, whether it be watershed-wide urbanization, climate-driven increases in floods, historical channelization, or riparian cattle grazing.
Over the last decade, most of our studies have focused on monitoring and evaluating stream restoration or erosion-control techniques, land conservation practices, or aquatic habitat improvements. In addition, we have also conducted floodplain sedimentation and stratigraphy studies, surveys of geomorphic distribution of legacy contaminants in impoundments, sediment budgets, and sediment source studies.
Current Projects
Past Projects
Personnel
Faith Fitzpatick PhD, Research Hydrologist
Marie Peppler, Physical Scientist
Eric Dantoin, Hydrologic Technician
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