GSC 491 L Watershed
Hydrology Field Module
Course Description
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Course Description
GSC 491 L – Watershed Hydrology Field
Module
This Field Module explores the hydrology of the San
Antonio Canyon watershed in the eastern San Gabriel Mountains (a headwaters
basin of the Santa Ana River watershed). Students examine hillslope and stream
channel hydrology. Channel cross-sections are surveyed and stream flow
measurements recorded. The students use USGS discharge records from a nearby
gauging station to develop a rating curve and to evaluate flood frequency. A
final project report is required, including site maps, stream channel profiles
and cross sections, survey data tables, rating curves, hydrographs, and flood
frequency diagrams. Fieldwork is conducted over several weekends during the
quarter. Grading is based on participation and quality of project report.
Course Information
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(909) 869 3461 |
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Building 4, Room A-406 |
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Syllabus and Handouts
Required Text
- The professor will provide a reading packet
Web Links
USGS Water Resources Division