The role of near-stream riparian zones in the hydrology of steep upland catchments
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Abstract
Surface and subsurface waters were monitored and sampled at various topographic positions in a 40.5-ha headwater catchment to test several hypotheses of runoff generation and stream chemical and isotopic evolution during snowmelt. Transmissivity feedback was observed on the hillslopes during the melt period. Groundwater levels and stream DOC were highly correlated with stream discharge. Hysteresis in the groundwater-streamflow relation suggests that localized water flux from the riparian areas controlled the rising limb and main peak response of the melt hydrograph, whilst hillslope drainage controlled the timing and volume of the falling limb. Lateral flow from upslope positions was detected in the riparian zone.
Suggested Citation
McDonnell, J.J., McGlynn, B., Kendall, K., Shanley, J., Kendall, C., 1998, The role of near-stream riparian zones in the hydrology of steep upland catchments: IAHS-AISH Publication, v. 248, p. 173-180.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | The role of near-stream riparian zones in the hydrology of steep upland catchments |
| Series title | IAHS-AISH Publication |
| Volume | 248 |
| Year Published | 1998 |
| Language | English |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | IAHS-AISH Publication |
| First page | 173 |
| Last page | 180 |