ENVS1017: Scientific Report on Urban Stream Hydrology and Restoration

This scientific report, prepared for ENVS1017/ENVS6202, investigates the hydrology of urban streams and the benefits of stream restoration for downstream coastal environments. The report begins with an introduction that defines urban hydrology and reviews relevant literature, answering assignment Question 1 by discussing the impact of urbanization on stream flow and water quality. The methods section, provided in the assignment template, outlines the procedures used. The results section presents calculations of discharge, velocity, and cross-sectional area, based on provided data, and answers assignment Question 2 by describing the trends observed. Discussion addresses assignment Questions 3 and 4, interpreting the data, relating findings to existing literature, and exploring various restoration techniques and their effectiveness in improving water quality and reducing erosion. The report concludes with a summary of findings, emphasizing the need for better management practices to mitigate the negative impacts of urbanization on urban streams and coastal environments, and includes a reference list in Harvard style.