| Session Details | |
| Section | HS - Hydrological Sciences |
| Session Title | Hydraulics and Ecological Engineering in Stream Restoration |
| Main Convener | Prof. Sung-Uk Choi (Yonsei University, Korea, South) |
| Co-convener(s) | Prof. Hojeong Kang (Yonsei University, Korea, South) |
| Session Description | Stream restorations have replaced the concrete-lined banks with vegetation covers and have roughened the streambed by placing large stones to enhance aeration. Pools and riffles have been installed with the intention of diversifying habitats for various aquatic organisms. In addition, water courses sometimes are made to meander and divided to form a various flow regime. Various approaches based on ecological engineering have been applied to stream restoration. Such efforts include biotope restoration, fish habitat analysis, riparian and wetland restoration, installation of large woody debris and construction of fish passages. The maximum benefits are attained when both attempts are harmonious with each other. Therefore it is valuable to assess our previous stream restoration works with a balanced view of hydraulics and ecological engineering. |