Modeling the morphological response of gravel–bed rivers subject to repeated sediment bypass tunnel operations

• Published in: Frontiers in earth science (Lausanne) Vol. 12
• Main Authors: Facchini, Matteo, Vetsch, David F., Boes, Robert M., Siviglia, Annunziato
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A 05.04.2024
• Subjects: 1D numerical modeling; basement; gravel-bed; sediment bypass tunnel; sediment transport

Introduction: Sediment bypass tunnels (SBTs) are operated during floods to re-establish sediment continuity past dams with the ultimate goal of decreasing accumulation in reservoirs. Depending on the location of the intake structure and operational conditions, SBTs may release either bed load-laden...