Author(s): I. A. Caldino Villagomez; G. Salgato Maldonado
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Keywords: Debris flow; Mud flow; Simulation hyperconcentrated flows
Abstract: Numerical simulation is recognized as an useful tool for helping in decisions for planning, mitigation and control debris and mud flow. Damages caused by debris and mud flows have increased in Mexico in last five years affecting and infrastructure works were injured. Human and economical losses are included. A numerical model was adapted and applied for the Camaron Creek basin where a severe debris flow occurred in 1997. Information was previously collected and prepared for creating the required files. Rheological parameters were estimated from an experimental study in laboratory, using soils located in the mexican state, Morelos. Results from model are similar to observed conditions, according to deposited materials areas aerial photographs taken next day the debris flow occurred. A procedure to collecting, preparing and processing information was established to mexican conditions and it is available if required for applying where the debris flow conditions be propitious.
Year: 2003