Using a multi-criteria analysis to identify rivers with hydromorphological restoration priority: Braided rivers in the south-eastern Subcarpathians (Romania)

摘要: In order to systematically plan river restoration actions at a regional scale, this paper develops multi-criteria analysis that classifies rivers, based on their priority for hydromorphological restoration. This is defined by severe human pressures within the erodible corridor of river, drastic alteration stream channel, and low intensity pattern functioning. Based relevant indicators three groups features (human pressures, channel changes, functionality), Hydromorphological Restoration Priority Index (HRPI) was designed. The high values (>66%) HRPI reflect an urgent need while (<33%) reveal less immediate necessity proposed methodology applied braided sectors rivers crossing south-eastern (Curvature) Subcarpathians (Romania). total ranged between 21% (Zăbrăuţ River) almost 44% (Prahova River). According our results, most analyzed have pattern, some moderate Whereas Prahova River has highest HRPI, it should be given which corresponds objectives Basin Management Plans interval beyond 2021.