Hydrological changes resulting from dam construction

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Hydrological changes resulting from dam construction

Evaporation Rates increase due to increased surface area of water in reservoir.

Groundwater storage Usually increases due to: water leaks through bedrock Flow rates are reduced so more time for infiltration/percolation

Discharge Reduced since more water is evaporated or infiltrated/percolated. Also, in many cases water is removed for use by people (domestic and industrial use). More regular flow downstream (as seasonal variations can be controlled). Less flooding.

River load Sedimentation behind dams reduces the sediment load carried by rivers. This can cause problems eg in delta areas that depend on regular sediment inflows.

Water quality Pollutants may build up Increased growth of some plant species & algae may lead to eutrophication and loss of oxygen from the water.

Gradient Channel gradients become shallower and velocity will reduce.