Poster Number 250
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Abstract:
The results indicate that the pilot channel used to re-flood the Bahia Grande, and the smaller communication channels within the Bahia complex are transporting sediment throughout the system. The remnants of the 1800's railroad trestle impair circulation and distribution of sediments. Pre-1930's distribution of sediment shows concentration of fine-grained fractions north of the railroad. Post-restoration distribution of sediment shows the concentration of fines south of the railroad.
The expanded pilot channel will supply the Bahia Grande Complex with higher flow rates increasing the relative speed and carrying capacity of the water incoming and outgoing from the wetlands. When the flow is increased it is expected to transport more of the finer grained sediment out of the Bahia Grande complex and further restoring the natural ecosystem.
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