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Research Project: Development of a Monitoring Network, Engineering Tools, and Guidelines for the Design, Analysis, and Rehabilitation of Embankment Dams, Hydraulic Structures, and Channels

Location: Agroclimate and Hydraulics Research Unit

Title: Agroclimate and Hydraulic Engineering Research Unit overview

Author
item Hunt, Sherry

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 4/16/2025
Publication Date: 4/16/2025
Citation: Hunt, S. 2025. Agroclimate and Hydraulic Engineering Research Unit overview. Meeting Abstract. OU Water Day, Norman, OK, April 16.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Scientists with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC) Agroclimate and Hydraulic Engineering Research Unit (AHERU) conduct scientific studies involving the interaction of water and natural resources. Specifically, their research comprises of a broad range of topics including but not limited to overland erosion, soil health, reservoir sedimentation, streambank and streambed erosion, flood control, embankment dam breach erosion, instruments and controls, weather impacts on conservation practices, among others. Scientists have formed partnerships and collaborations with state and federal agencies, academic institutions, and scientists worldwide. These partnerships leverage expertise and resources to provide effective solutions to meet stakeholders’ needs. Farmers, ranchers, producers, conservation districts, municipalities, emergency managers, irrigation district managers, dam owners, the energy sector, tourism bureaus, and policy makers benefit from the AHERU scientific findings through the development of decision support tools, engineering designs, and conservation practice standards. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.