Developments and Applications of Geomorphology, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1984

The last decade has seen a remarkable increase in the application of geomorphology for numerous projects and investigations. Geomor­ phology is now viewed as an indispensable partner of engineering and geology in the world of applied science. For a discipline with few independent theories of its own, geomorphology has become a cosmopolitan science, drawing on many topics from allied sciences. To compile a list of successful and viable applications and contribu­ tions would be an arduous chore, if not an impossible task. Instead we have compiled a set of invited papers that represent some of the practical developments and uses of geomorphology over the past de­ cade. Such a compilation of papers will reflect our own back­ grounds, biases, associations, and personal and professional expe­ riences. We make no apologies for the topics omitted, but recognize that this volume could be prohibitively large if all the subdivisions of geomorphology were equally and fully covered. Our goal in assembling the papers for this volume was to empha­ size the concepts, principles, and applications of geomorphology. While techniques, procedures and practical applications are stressed, the reason for each investigation is as important as the method em­ ployed. This book, therefore, represents the methods used and reasons for applying geomorphology. Where case studies are used, they serve as examples that can be applied in related situations, similar settings and other locations. The authors have successfully addressed this goal in a broad selection of chapter topics.

1 Remote Sensing Techniques for Geomorphologists.- The Nature of Remote Sensing.- Imaging Sensors.- Sensor Operation and Characteristics.- Large-Scale Photographic Techniques.- Thermal Infrared Imagery.- Small Scale Imagery and Regional Geomorphology.- Multi-Spectral Small Scale Imagery.- References.- 2 Computer Applications in Coastal Geomorphology.- Statistical Package for the Social Sciences.- Textural Analysis of Subsurface Coastal Sediments.- Subsurface Contouring.- Trend Surface Analysis.- Point Pattern Analysis.- Coastal Dune Management: A Quantitative Approach.- Conclusions.- References.- 3 Regional Long-Term and Localized Short-Term Coastal Environmental Geomorphology Inventories.- Long-Term Regional Studies.- Short-Term Regional Studies.- Short-Term Local Studies.- Shorefront Construction—Environmental Impact.- Conclusions.- References.- 4 Geomorphology and Public Policy.- Public Policy and Laws.- Constraints That May Limit Action.- Avenues of Involvement.- Classification of Public Policy.- Geomorphology Case Histories.- Conclusions.- References.- 5 Geomorphology of Surface-Mined Lands in the Western United States.- Geomorphology of Surface-Mined Lands.- Surface-Mining of Uranium.- Conclusions.- References.- 6 Maps in Applied Geomorphology.- Commonly Used Maps in Applied Geomorphology.- Map Legend.- Maps for Applied Geomorphology, Engineering Geology, and Land-Use Planning.- Application of Quaternary Maps for Land-Use Decisions.- References.- 7 Tectonic Geomorphology, Quaternary Chronology, and Paleoseismicity.- Quaternary Chronology.- Geomorphic Indicators of Tectonic Activity and Paleoseismicity.- Neotectonics and the Earthquake Hazard.- References.- 8 Urban Hydrology and Sedimentation in the Humid Tropics.- Principles of Urban Hydrology andSedimentation..- Some Characteristics of the Humid Tropics.- Urban Hydrology and Sedimentation in the Humid Tropics.- Flood and Sedimentation Problems from Urbanization in Singapore.- Conclusions.- References.- 9 Physical Geomorphology of Debris Flows.- Origins and Types of Debris Flows.- Failure Mechanisms.- Characteristics of Flowing Debris.- Physics of Debris Flows.- Deposition of Debris Flows.- Differentiation of Water Floods and Debris Flows.- Mitigation of Debris-Flow Hazards.- Further Research.- References.- 10 Fluvial Responses to Small Scale Climate Changes.- Flood Probabilities and Climate: An Example.- Fluvial Response to Vegetation Change.- Magnitudes of Climate Change.- Response of Sediment Yields to Holocene-Scale Climate Changes.- Response of Flood Magnitudes to Holocene Scale Climate Change.- Discussion.- References.- 11 Paleohydrologic Equations for Rivers.- Paleohydrological Misuses of Empirical Equations.- Procedure.- Equations and Methods.- Discussion.- Concluding Remarks.- References.