Flood Hazard Mapping: Uncertainty and its Value in the Decision-making Process (Paperback)

Computers are increasingly used in the simulation of natural phenomena such as floods. However, these simulations are based on numerical approximations of equations formalizing our conceptual understanding of flood flows. Thus, model results are intrinsically subject to uncertainty and the use of probabilistic approaches seems more appropriate. Uncertain, probabilistic floodplain maps are widely used in the scientific domain, but still not sufficiently exploited to support the development of flood mitigation strategies. In this thesis the major sources of uncertainty in flood inundation models are analyzed, resulting in the generation of probabilistic floodplain maps. The utility of probabilistic model output is assessed using value of information and the prospect theory. The use of these maps to support decision making in terms of floodplain development under flood hazard threat is demonstrated.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	IHE Delft PhD Thesis Series
Release date:	December 2016
First published:	2016
Authors:	Micah Mukungu Mukolwe
Dimensions:	240 x 170mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	134
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-03286-6
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > The hydrosphere > General Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Hydraulic engineering > General
LSN:	1-138-03286-7
Barcode:	9781138032866

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