Environmental Science
8 years ago

Tidal inequalities in Changjiang Estuary impact water levels and navigation.

Huadong Shifan Daxue xuebao. Ziran kexue ban
Analysis of tidal characteristics of the tide gauges in the Changjiang Estuary
Yang Zheng-dong, Jianrong Zhu, Biao Wang, Lin Tang-yu

Paper Summary

Related papers

Theme background image
Environmental Science
8 years ago

Tidal dynamics at Yalu River Estuary reshaping coastal communities.

Land Use
Theme background image
Environmental Science
8 years ago

Seasonal runoff impacts tidal wave propagation at Yangtze River estuary.

Land Use
Theme background image
Earth and Planetary Sciences
8 years ago

Tidal currents in Korea's Hampyung Bay reveal unique underwater landscapes.

Oceanic Modeling
Arctic Sea Ice
Fisheries Impact

The researchers analyzed tidal patterns at four locations in the Changjiang Estuary in 2009. They found that tidal daily inequalities are more pronounced during certain months and tides. Tidal ranges vary monthly, with peaks in March and September and lows in June and December. The South Branch has reduced tidal range due to river flow, while Yonglongsha has the largest range. The tide is mainly composed of specific tidal constituents, with M_2 and S_2 being the most prominent. The South Branch has irregular tides, while the North Branch has regular tides. Tidal distortion is significant at all locations, especially at Yonglongsha.