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Finding traces of trading places on the Highwood River

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Assessment excavations were completed in the fall of 2016 at the Spitzee Post (EdPl-13) and the Metke Site (EdPl-10). Recognizing the value of historic resources along these drainages, these... More ≫

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Assessment excavations were completed in the fall of 2016 at the Spitzee Post (EdPl-13) and the Metke Site (EdPl-10). Recognizing the value of historic resources along these drainages, these archaeological studies were conducted to assess erosional impacts of the 2013 flood on these two sites. Conclusions highlight the importance of this ford on the Highwood River over the last 5,000 years or more. Part of the 37th volume of the Archaeological Survey of Alberta Occasional Paper series, which contains 18 articles exploring multiple facets of the impact on archaeological resources of the 2013 flood in southern Alberta.

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Looking forward : flood recovery and the next issue of the Occasional Paper series

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The 2013 southern Alberta floods and the 2016 Fort McMurray fire serve as strong reminders of how quickly natural disaster can shape our understanding of both the present and the past. The... More ≫

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The 2013 southern Alberta floods and the 2016 Fort McMurray fire serve as strong reminders of how quickly natural disaster can shape our understanding of both the present and the past. The Archaeological Survey of Alberta is planning an edited thematic volume of the Occasional Papers Series that focuses on the role of natural disasters in understanding Alberta’s historic resources.

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Flood frequency analysis : North Saskatchewan River at Edmonton

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This study determines flood magnitudes for the North Saskatchewan River at Edmonton. Both natural and regulated annual maximum flood flows are examined in the assessment of the frequency of... More ≫

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This study determines flood magnitudes for the North Saskatchewan River at Edmonton. Both natural and regulated annual maximum flood flows are examined in the assessment of the frequency of occurrence of future flood peak flow rates. Recorded flows and water levels within the North Saskatchewan River basin above Edmonton form the basis of the analyses. Several frequency distributions were applied to the annual flood discharge data and the most applicable distribution was selected. The results of the analyses reflect the most current information and methodologies available to determine flood frequency estimates.

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Preliminary report on Cardinal Creek improvement plan

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This report discusses channel improvement alternatives along Cardinal Creek, with the objective of providing flood relief so that the floodplain lands can be used for agricultural purposes.... More ≫

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This report discusses channel improvement alternatives along Cardinal Creek, with the objective of providing flood relief so that the floodplain lands can be used for agricultural purposes. Several alternatives are examined, with the 1:10 year return flood as the design discharge. It was found that the work required to increase the channel capacity to the 1:10 year flood discharge would cost in excess of $1 million. It is, therefore, recommended that all beaverdams and abandoned bridges be removed completely from the creek, and that the channel be cleared of brush. With these works, the extend and frequency of overbank flooding would be reduced significantly. Clearing and brushing would be required annually.

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Elbow River flood report : a study of potential flooding problems along the Elbow River in Calgary

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In 1962 the Hydrology Division of the Department of Water Resources, in response to a request to the Department of Water Resources from the City of Calgary City Engineer, began a study of the... More ≫

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In 1962 the Hydrology Division of the Department of Water Resources, in response to a request to the Department of Water Resources from the City of Calgary City Engineer, began a study of the potential flooding danger along Elbow River in an attempt to delineate the areas which would likely be under water for various probabilities of flood occurrence.

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