Laminar flow
smooth channel, slow
Turbulent Flow
rough channel, fast
LEEVES
hold the waning flood water, often making the floodplain poorly drained and swampy.
prevent flooding
gradient
sleeper slope MORE ENERGY
equation (Increase velocity means)
MORE RAPID FLOW
Artificial levees •
dams•
Channelization•
Floodplain managementFloods
flood control