Water Resources

River Engineering

River migration and river control works from the major elements in the flood plain management Satellite data provided accurate delineation of river configuration and the status of flood/river control works.

Most of the flood prone rivers in India change their course frequently after every flood wave attacking strategic locations at different times. Hence it is necessary to understand the behavior of the river and its latest configuration so as to plan the flood control measures effectively. At the same time it is equally important to monitor the existing flood control structures from time to time to avoid breaches in view of the frequent changes in river configuration. Using conventional techniques to collect the information is not cost effective and time effective. Mapping of river configuration and flood control works of river can be mapped using high resolution satellite data. NRSC has been carrying out this activity based on the user needs.