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31 articles for “watershed assessment”
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Automation Process of Watershed Assessment: Remote Sensing & GIS Techniques
Abstract: A number of water reservoirs, lakes are found in the study area such as Bhagora Tal, Chand Pata Tal, Madhav Lake, Signiwas Tal, Raichand Kheri Tal, etc. These water bodies are occupying low land, plain lands, surrounded by hills and are generally used for domestic water supply, hydel power generation and irrigation purposes. They depend on the availability of seasonal water in nature. The purpose of the watershed assessment in …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Soil Erosion Assessment and Its Effect on Sustainability for a Mountainous Watershed using Remote Sensing and GIS
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Soil erosion is an important social and economic problem, and an essential factor in assessing health and function of ecosystem. Soil-erosion control requires a quantitative evaluation of potential soil erosion on a specific location. The revised universal soil loss equation (RUSLE), remote sensing, and …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 68–80 Read article
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Satellite Based Assessment of Biomass and Carbon Stock for a Mountainous Watershed Using Geoinformatics Technique
Abstract: Biomass and carbon estimation methods are relatively time consuming and more expensive, not uniformly standardized across the world, and are characterized in many regions by undersampling. Remote sensing technologies provide powerful tools for observing biomass and carbon stock estimation in mountain environments. The study gives a practical method for mapping forest biomass and carbon stock that uses spatial information on forest type and structural attributes extracted from a satellite image. …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 33–50 Read article
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Assessment of Crop Production System and Agricultural Technology Adoption in Afalech Watershed, Shishonde District
Abstract: In a developing country like Ethiopia, agriculture plays an active role in determining the economic, social, and political systems of a society by forming the basis for every economic activity. Methods: The objectives of this study were to identify and examine the major crop production systems and agricultural technology adoption in the Afalech Watershed, Shishonde District of Southwest Ethiopia. Results: The results of this study indicate that enset, coffee, maize, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 97–106 Read article
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Assessment of Morphology and Land use Induced Environment Dynamics in Tikra Watershed of Brahmani River Basin
Abstract: This study examines the Tikra Watershed, a mining region in Talcher, Odisha, India, through the lens of its drainage system, land use changes, and environmental factors. Utilizing diverse datasets including DEMs, satellite imagery, and climate data, the study employs morphometric analysis, LULC change detection, and statistical techniques to gain insights into the watershed's characteristics and dynamics. Morphometric analysis reveals a compact drainage pattern with moderate stream development, indicating balanced interactions …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 21–34 Read article
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Micro Watershed Delineation and Codification in Chickballapur District Using GIS Techniques
Abstract: Enhanced and reproducible methods for watershed modelling and assessment are essential tools for monitoring and management of watersheds. However, only few integrated studies propose advanced open source data and methodologies for watershed modelling and assessment. In this study, free downloadable DEM is processed using GIS tools to delineate watersheds through drainage map. Seven watersheds were identified in chickballapur district. Further sub watershed, mini and micro watersheds were delineated hierarchically. The …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 75–80 Read article
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Assessing the status of soil seed bank in Parthenium hysterophorus invaded land use types and its social aspects in Lower Hare Watershed, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: This study aimed to assess soil seed bank of Parthenium hysterophorus under major land usetypes and assess community perception towards the effects of P. hysterophorus on socialaspects in lower Hare watershed. For this study, 210 soil samples were collected from fifteentransect lines in grassland, cropland, and forestland use types. Statistical analysis using threeways factorial ANOVA was used to analyze the difference in density of P. hysterophorusamong various land uses soil …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–57 Read article
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Use of GIS and Electrical Resistivity Survey to Assess the Rainwater Harvesting Potential Carried in the Wadala Village Region of North Solapur Taluka, Solapur District for Watershed Management of the Region
Abstract: In watershed management, rainwater is the only source which needs to be conserved and collected from the open sources. The other way of collection is in the form of groundwater i.e. Aquifer. Solapur district receives average rainfall and the present selected study area receives poor rainfall, i.e., 534 mm. This village forms the major developed region in North Solapur, but due to high irrigation in the region over-exploitation has taken …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–38 Read article
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Revolutionizing Watershed Management and Implementation: A Geo-Informatics (GIS)-Based Approach in Kumaun Himalaya, Uttarakhand
Abstract: For all life on Earth to survive, water is an essential resource. Concern should be expressed about the poor preservation and management of water resources, especially in developing countries. For analysing and assessing any watershed'sgeomorphological aspects, GIS is helpful. GIS is currently employed in its proof of identity, mapping, evaluation, administration, analyses, evaluation, techniques, and planning in various areas that include alternate methods of land use, and the selection of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Role of Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing in Monitoring and Management of Urban and Watershed Environment: Overview
Abstract: Geoinformatics technology is basically comprises of 3S component, Remote Sensing (RS), Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS). Nowadays Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing are playing a crucial role in our environmental development, raw materials assessment, urbanization, study of watershed, survey and management of cultivable land, study of forestry, geological structure, disaster management and supervision, etc. GIS and RS have emerged as key instruments for retrieving data …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 60–73 Read article
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Evaluation of Best Watershed Management Practice for Sediment Yield Reduction (The Case Study of Baro Akobo of Upper Gilo Watershed, Ethiopia)
Abstract: This study aimed to estimate the sediment yield, evaluating its distribution, and compare the selected Best Management Practices (BMPs) and identify relatively effective management practices to alleviate soil erosion and sedimentation yield in the Upper Gillo watershed. Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model with the interface of Geographical Information System (GIS) were used to simulate, streamflow and sediment yield. Meteorological, hydrological and spatial data were used while modeling the …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Identification and Prioritization of Critical Erosion Prone and Water Potential Areas of Manandragarh Watershed Using HEC-HMS for Management
Abstract: This study was carried out at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur (CG) on hydrological modelling and development of soil and water conservation plan for critical erosion prone and water potential sub-watersheds of Manendragarh watershed of upper Hasdeo subbasin in Chhattisgarh using Hydrological Engineering Centre-Hydrological Modelling System (HEC-HMS). The Hydrological Engineering Centre-Geo Hydrological Modelling System (HEC-Geo HMS) was utilized for developing the model setup, while the HEC-HMS model was employed to …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 26–44 Read article
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Land Use/Land Cover Change Detection Analysis Using Supervised Classification, Remote Sensing and GIS In Mandavi River Basin, YSR Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Abstract: Assessment, development, and management of watershed strategy require exact calculations reports of present and past land use/cover data and its change determine the ecological and hydrological process taking place in a watershed. In this study, we have to adopt supervised classification with maximum likelihood algorithm in ERDAS imagine to notice land use/cover changes (LU/LCC) analyzed in Mandavi river basin, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India using multispectral satellite data gained from …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Geomorphometric Characteristics and Associated Land Use/Land Cover in Sajnam Basin: A Remote Sensing and GIS Based Approach
Abstract: The present study makes an attempt to assess drainage basin characteristics of Sajnam watershed situated in Lalitpur district of Bundelkhand region, Uttar Pradesh. The basin covering an area of 995.87 km2 was delineated on Arc map software using Arc hydro tool and the ASTER data. Elevation and slope map were prepared using ASTER data and the maximum and minimum elevation encountered in the area are 283 meter and 563 meters …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Integrating Social Perception and Economic Valuation for Riparian Zone Preservation: Evidence from Kiliti Watershed, Ethiopia
Abstract: Riparian zones play a crucial role in maintaining watershed health by providing ecosystem services such as water filtration, erosion control, biodiversity conservation, and aesthetic and cultural benefits to surrounding communities. Despite their importance, riparian areas in many developing countries are increasingly degraded due to agricultural expansion, grazing pressure, and settlement encroachment. This study integrates social perception analysis with economic valuation to assess riparian zone preservation in the Kiliti Watershed, Northwestern …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Identification of Groundwater Potential Zones using Remote Sensing and GIS: a case study of watershed, Maharashtra, India.
Abstract: Water is one of the vital source for all livings beings for their survival. Water is needed for many activities like agriculture, industries, domestic, drinking and many other purposes. If we consider the earth as a whole, water covers the major portion of the earth. But among the total water on the earth, fresh water reserves are very less that is only 2.5%. Also the water availability is unevenly distributed …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Factors Affecting Farmers Participation in Soil and Water Conservation Practices at Qenshiben Watershed Central Ethiopia
Abstract: Soil erosion is among the foremost causes of declining soil resources in Ethiopia, which in turn affect agricultural productivity. To limit this problem, for the last two decades’ soil and water conservation measures have been practiced via free labor community mass-mobilization program. Following the launch of the program, farmers massively and voluntarily implemented soil and water conservation measures on the farm lands at different parts of the country. Participation of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Vegetation Area Monitoring Through NDVI Technique: A Case Study of Dengei Pahad Micro Watershed, Khurda District, Odisha
Abstract: Watershed treatment includes implementation of participatory micro-watershed-based soil and moisture conservation programs and income generation through proper natural resource management areas. This has led to increased productivity and income. Training and holistic management along with aforestation programs has led to reduction of silt flow to the lake. The assessment revealed that land degradation in the drainage basin not only leads to enhanced silt flow into the lagoon but also causes …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Investigation of Pollution Status in River No. 2, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Using Physicochemical and Bacterial Indicators
Abstract: This study assessed the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of surface water in the River No. 2 watershed, Sierra Leone, through monthly sampling from March–August 2024 at upstream, midstream, and downstream sites. Analyses included temperature, turbidity, pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, ammonia, fluoride, sulfite, nitrate, lead, arsenic, chromium, and microbial indicators (Escherichia coli, fecal and non-fecal coliforms). Most physicochemical parameters met WHO drinking-water guidelines. pH (7.0–7.3), TDS (7–17 mg/L), turbidity …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 11–27 Read article
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GIS Based Assessment of Soil Erosion Using Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) in Wular Catchment of Kashmir
Abstract: The Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) has been assessed in the present study using Remote Sensing and GIS in order to estimate the potential Soil Loss at watershed level in Wular Catchment. Wular Catchment has an area of 1200.36 km2 and lies between 34o12′24″ and 34o36′26″ N latitude and 74o26′41″ and 74o56′02″E longitude. Its altitudinal range is from 1580 meters near Wular Lake to about 4500 meters in Harmukh range. …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 56–66 Read article