Risk-based planning and optimization of flood management measures in developing countries: Case Pakistan

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Risk-based planning and optimization of flood management measures in developing countries: Case Pakistan

Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq

2011 / xxiv + 163 pp. / paperback / thesis / ISBN 978-90-6562-284-6

This doctoral research focuses on the design criteria of flood management measures, particularly, measures commonly employed to manage fluvial floods in developing countries. Apart from river processes, flood risk strongly depends on societal vulnerability. Therefore, enhancement of 'floodplain-

benefits' by reduction in 'flood deductions' is considered as the parameter that is to be optimized. As the costs of such measures to support the uninterrupted functioning of societal activities are high, a balanced and optimized design is indispensable. Design of flood management strategy to achieve optimal risk point must be determined for each floodplain independently, as the benefits hereof on the societal functioning is specific to each floodplain. An over-simplified approach based on a fixed return period should be avoided. In addition, in order to further reduce the flood risk, the floodplain population should be made aware of the risks inherent the flood-prone area, and be supported by complementary flood insurance or flood taxes.

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Risk-based planning and optimization of flood management measures in developing countries: Case Pakistan Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq 2011 / xxiv + 163 pp. / paperback / thesis / ISBN 978-90-6562-284-6
This doctoral research focuses on the design criteria of flood management measures, particularly, measures commonly employed to manage fluvial floods in developing countries. Apart from river processes, flood risk strongly depends on societal vulnerability. Therefore, enhancement of 'floodplain- benefits' by reduction in 'flood deductions' is considered as the parameter that is to be optimized. As the costs of such measures to support the uninterrupted functioning of societal activities are high, a balanced and optimized design is indispensable. Design of flood management strategy to achieve optimal risk point must be determined for each floodplain independently, as the benefits hereof on the societal functioning is specific to each floodplain. An over-simplified approach based on a fixed return period should be avoided. In addition, in order to further reduce the flood risk, the floodplain population should be made aware of the risks inherent the flood-prone area, and be supported by complementary flood insurance or flood taxes.	PDF files: repository TU Delft
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