Author(s): Habib Ahmari; Nabila Khandaker; Trevor Stull
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Abstract: The sediment dynamics in the Texas coast, where the Brazos and San Bernard Rivers meet the Gulf of Mexico, (GoM) are complex. The configuration and location of the estuaries of both rivers have been shaped by the diversion of the Brazos River and the construction of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. These alterations have resulted in distinct patterns of sedimentation in the area, contributing to the closure of the San Bernard River mouth due to the rapid expansion of the Brazos delta. This has led to the frequent dredging of the San Bernard River mouth to maintain navigation, reduce the risk of flooding upstream, and preserve river connectivity to the Gulf. This paper presents the results of developing models that estimate suspended sediment concentrations using satellite images for the lower Brazos River and Brazos-San Bernard estuaries. This information provides baseline data for numerical models developed to better understand the sediment dynamics in the area.
Year: 2024