ES 315 RIVER ENVIRONMENTS

An exploration of the physical characteristics of rivers with respect to the force of flowing water, the resultant channel morphology, and aquatic-habitat types. Topics include fluid mechanics, principles of conservation of mass and energy, channel resistance, and development of secondary flow patterns in rivers. Discussion of the link between channel complexity, sediment sorting, and use by aquatic organisms will be discussed with a focus on fisheries management for anadromous and coldwater fish species.