Simulation of Soil Erosion and Sedimentation in Small River Basins |
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Authors: | Laurence A Lewis |
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Institution: | Clark University Worcester , Massachusetts |
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Abstract: | Potential erosion and sedimentation for three small stream basins near Dodoma, Tan-zania are simulated using SOILCART, a computer program recently developed to assist in the investi-gation of soil erosion problems. Using only widely available generalized data, the predicted values of soil erosion and sedimentation derived from SOILCART compare favorably to measured values which required a 2-year field investigation. Potential areas of high erosion are identified that could be amelio-rated with proper management. The potential use of SOILCART in preliminary evaluation of erosion and sedimentation problems promises useful results, especially in areas where small dams are proposed. |
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