From Observations to Analysis: Field Research as the First Stage of Studying Riverbed Changes
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https://doi.org/10.32523/2616-6771-2025-152-3-104-121Keywords:
Yesil River, field research methods, channel and erosion processes, coastline erosion, river erosion, remote sensingAbstract
The article presents 2024-2025 field study results on channel processes of Yesil (Ishim) River within Akmola region. The main goal was to identify areas with channel deformations on satellite images and confirm them with field data. In total, 17 key areas were identified on the studied section of the riverbed over 500 km long, 5 representative ones were examined in detail. For the first time, morphological features were analysed for this territory and types of channel processes were determined according to hydromorphological theory developed by the State Hydrological Institute of RF. Field research revealed the most erosion-prone areas and provided detailed descriptions of the river coastline and engineering structures. Results include qualitative characteristics (channel morphology, process types) and quantitative data (height, width, length of eroded banks, road surface parameters). A riverbed process with increased erosion hazard was identified, posing risks to structures and settlements. Remote sensing and field data comparison demonstrated high efficiency of an integrated approach for clarifying scale and nature of channel changes. The obtained results form the basis for developing a comprehensive methodology for monitoring river coastlines and will be used in preparation of a dissertation on using remote sensing data to identify and monitor riverbed processes.
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