Modelling Basin Hydrological Changes Due to Urbanization and Remedial Measures
by Srikantha Herath and Katumi Musiake
- Study focuses on modeling the impact of urbanization on the hydrological cycle and evaluating infiltration systems.
- Lumped parameter hydrological process model developed and applied to a hilly catchment in Tokyo undergoing urban development.
- Model parameters derived from various data sources, including topographic maps and land use data.
- Model performance validated by comparing simulated and measured stream flows.
- Simulations conducted to assess hydrological changes resulting from urbanization.
- Different strategies for restoring the hydrological cycle explored, such as infiltration trenches and retention-infiltration systems.
- Findings provide insights into the impact of urbanization and effectiveness of infiltration systems in restoring the hydrological cycle.
