Explanation of Rosgen Stream Type Exercise
Exercise Objective
To assess identification of Rosgen Level I Stream type based on Valley type.
Exercise Explanation
- DA and D, and maybe C and E Stream Types associated with Valley Type XI, Deltas.
- C, E, and DA and if channelized G and F Stream Types associated with Valley Type X, extensive Floodplain.
- C and D Stream Types associated with Valley Type IX, glacial outwash.
- B with occasionally C, F, and G Stream Types associated with Valley Type VI, fault controlled.
- F Stream Types associated with Valley Type IV, gorges.
- B Stream Types associated with Valley Type II, Colluvial.
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