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Storm flows and Stream Morphology

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Drainage Basin <strong>and</strong> <strong>Stream</strong><br />

Classification/Characteristics<br />

<strong>Stream</strong> morphology <strong>and</strong> profile<br />

Bankfull Stage: Stage (level or depth of water) that<br />

completely fills the channel without spreading in<br />

floodplain<br />

-occurs every~1.3-1.4 years<br />

-most important factor determining stream<br />

shape etc., moving sediment etc.

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