Anticipated geomorphic impacts from Mekong basin dam construction

By Z.K RUBIN, G.M. KONDOLF, AND P. CARLING (2014)


Dam locations are indicated for two scenarios: definite future, and full-build. 
Main stream dams are included in full-build scenario, but represented separately.


Bedrock channel of the Mekong River with surficial sand deposits 1-2 m thick, near Xayaburi, Laos. (photo by Kondolf, January 2012)

Abstract

The Mekong River is undergoing rapid dam construction. Seven main stream dams are under construction in China and 133 proposed for the Lower Mekong River Basin (LMRB).

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