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Abstract
Using Geographic Information Systems to Delineate Flood Information
Track: Water Resources
Author(s): Michael H. Woo
County officials, highway officials, private engineers, and property owners have a constant need for flood data to help solve water management problems, reduce flooding, and help in the long-range planning of an area. Geographic information systems can identify existing flooding areas in watersheds. GIS can map out the location, size, and type of existing culverts; extent of floodplains; elevations of property subject to flooding; and the size and shape of the main drainage canals and stream systems. GIS can provide maps and drawings of areas that are susceptible to flooding.
Michael H. Woo
The Citadel
171 Moultrie Street
Charleston, SC 29409
USA
Phone: 843-953-7679
Fax: 843-953-6328
E-mail: woom@citadel.edu