5.4. Sedimentation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is sedimentation?

   Hint

   Think about what happens when water slows down.

2. 2.

   Name one method for managing sediment in reservoirs.

   Hint

   Consider what might help remove accumulated sediments.

3. 3.

   What is sedimentation?

   • A process of cleaning water
   • A natural occurrence of sediment accumulation
   • An energy generation technique

   Hint

   Think about what happens to particles when they are in still water.

4. 4.

   True or False: Check dams are built to allow sediments to flow freely into reservoirs.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about their purpose in sediment control.

5. 5.

   Design a sediment management strategy for a reservoir experiencing high sediment inflow.

   Hint

   Consider the benefits of using multiple techniques together.

6. 6.

   Analyze how reduced storage capacity affects the operational life of a reservoir.

   Hint

   Think about the consequences of not managing sediment effectively.