Introduction to Fluvial Geomorphology (FGM)

Welcome to the FGM Module

...brought to you by: COMET, NWS NERFC, and SUNY-ESF.

This FGM Module was designed by Dr. Ted Endreny of SUNY ESF to train users in river forms and processes. This FGM training will both relate to, and extend beyond, flood forecasting.

Section 1 of this FGM Module provides a brief orientation to navigation and exercise components and tools. Completion of Section 1 will provide you with the capacity to make important FGM related measurements.

Several texts and manuscripts have guided the creation of this FGM Module, including the following:

• Applied River Morphology, D. Rosgen
• Fluvial Forms and Processes, D. Knighton
• Fluvial Processes in Geomorphology, L.B. Leopold, M.G. Wolman, and J.P. Miller.
• Hydrology for Engineers, R.K. Linsley, M.A. Kohler, J.L.H. Paulhus
• River Mechanics, P.Y. Julien
• Water, Rivers, and Creeks. L.B. Leopold