The analysis of extreme hydrologic events generally requires considerable amounts of streamflow data. This is seldom the case and records are limited on non-existent. This work will further the understandings of the mechanisms controlling basin dynamics by substituting, in a Bayesian sense, physical understanding for data. Basin scale geomorphological unit hydrographs will be used together with physical characteristics and representation of hillslope run-off, e.g., geometry, topography, climate, etc. The objectives are to develop a unified and consistent theory of run-off production in a basin for dry and wet periods and to formulate a self-consistent hydro-geomorphologic model for catchment behavior.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)
Application #
8513556
Program Officer
J. Eleonora Sabadell
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1986-02-01
Budget End
1988-07-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1985
Total Cost
$158,725
Indirect Cost
Name
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Cambridge
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02139