Flood frequency estimation by continuous simulation (with likelihood based uncertainty estimation).

Cameron, D. and Beven, K. J. and Tawn, J. A. and Naden, P. (2000) Flood frequency estimation by continuous simulation (with likelihood based uncertainty estimation). Hydrology and Earth System Sciences, 4 (1). pp. 23-34. ISSN 1607-7938

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Abstract

A continuous simulation methodology, which incorporates the quantification of modelling uncertainties, is used for flood frequency estimation. The methodology utilises the rainfall-runoff model TOPMODEL within the uncertainty framework of GLUE. Long return period estimates are obtained through the coupling of a stochastic rainfall generator with TOPMODEL. Examples of applications to four gauged UK catchments are provided. A comparison with a traditional statistical approach indicates the suitability of the methodology as an alternative technique for flood frequency estimation. It is suggested that, given an appropriate choice of rainfall-runoff model and stochastic rainstorm generator, the basic methodology can be adapted for use in many other regions of the world.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
Uncontrolled Keywords:
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Subjects:
?? floodsfrequencytopmodelrainfall-runoff modellingearth and planetary sciences (miscellaneous)water science and technologyqa mathematics ??
ID Code:
19337
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Deposited On:
21 Nov 2008 09:20
Refereed?:
Yes
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Published
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