Flood inundation extents of 100-year peak flows
El Misti, Peru, 2021
Figure 5 in: Mazer, K. E., Tomasek, A. A., Daneshvar, F., Bowling, L. C., Frankenberger, J. R., McMillan, S. K., Novoa, H.M., & Zeballos‐Velarde, C. (2021). Integrated hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of torrential flood hazard in Arequipa, Peru. Journal of Contemporary Water Research & Education, 171(1), 93-110. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1936-704X.2020.3347.x
This hazard map is the result of scientific research and was published in academic literature.
It is presented here to serve as an example of the map type or the map-making methodology. It is NOT the official, operational map. For the current operational hazard map, please consult the proper institutional authorities.
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Map Set
Mazer, K. E., Tomasek, A. A., Daneshvar, F., Bowling, L. C., Frankenberger, J. R., McMillan, S. K., Novoa, H.M., & Zeballos‐Velarde, C. (2021). Integrated hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of torrential flood hazard in Arequipa, Peru. Journal of Contemporary Water Research & Education, 171(1), 93-110.
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1936-704X.2020.3347.x
Other Maps In Set:
- Torrentera flow paths from El Misti through the city of Arequipa and climate stations used for analysis
- Velocity hazard maps for the case studies using HEC-RAS outputs from the 100-year peak flow for water velocity and depth
- Development of Arequipa over time near the torrenteras indicates the importance of understanding flood hazards