Eco-morphology: River Assessment and Improvement Proposals

This lecture presents the evaluation of the ecological status of a river through visual descriptions and analysis of flow profiles, sediment sizes, and habitat diversity. It discusses the impact of anthropogenic interventions, such as thresholds and bank reinforcements, on the river's ecomorphological state. The instructor reviews proposals for improving the river's condition, including revegetation, removal of thresholds, and widening the riverbed. The lecture concludes with a discussion on the sensitivity of evaluation protocols and the importance of hydromorphological revitalization. Various methods and tools are used to assess the river's health, aiming to enhance its ecological state and biodiversity.