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Characterization of floodflows along the Arkansas River without regulation by Pueblo Reservoir, Portland to John Martin Reservoir, Southeastern Colorado

Water-Resources Investigations Report 80-97
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https://doi.org/10.3133/wri8097

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Abstract

The need for a method for estimating flow characteristics of flood hydrographs between Portland, Colo., and John Martin Reservoir has been promoted with the construction of the Pueble Reservoir. To meet this need a procedure was developed for predicting floodflow peaks, traveltimes, and volumes at any point along the Arkansas River between Portland and John Martin Reservoir without considering the existing Pueble Reservoir detention effects. A streamflow-routing model was calibrated initially and then typical flood simulations were made for the 164.8-mile study reach. Simulations were completed for varying magnitudes of floods and antecedent streamflow conditions. Multiple regression techniques were then used with simulation results as input to provide predictive relationships for food peak, volume, and traveltime. Management practices that may be used to benefit water users in the area include providing methods for the distribution and allotment of the flood waters upstream of Portland to different downstream water users according to Colorado water law and also under the Arkansas River Compact. (USGS)

Suggested Citation

Little, J.R., Bauer, D.P., 1981, Characterization of floodflows along the Arkansas River without regulation by Pueblo Reservoir, Portland to John Martin Reservoir, Southeastern Colorado: U.S. Geological Survey Water-Resources Investigations Report 80-97, v, 36 p. :ill., maps ;28 cm., https://doi.org/10.3133/wri8097.

Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Characterization of floodflows along the Arkansas River without regulation by Pueblo Reservoir, Portland to John Martin Reservoir, Southeastern Colorado
Series title Water-Resources Investigations Report
Series number 80-97
DOI 10.3133/wri8097
Year Published 1981
Language ENGLISH
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey, Water Resources Division,
Description v, 36 p. :ill., maps ;28 cm.
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