Galveston Harbor: Factors Affecting Pollution and Pollution Monitoring.

Abstract

Available data on the hydrodynamics of Galveston Harbor do not provide a firm basis for the prediction of pollutant transport and dispersion in the harbor. Field measurements of the hydrodynamics of the harbor should be undertaken and should be designed to test the validity of existing models of the harbor, both mathematical and physical. Needed improvements of existing mathematical models of Galveston Harbor include an increase of the horizontal resolution and treatment of vertical density stratification. A pollution monitoring system should include regular surveillance, fixed monitoring stations, and cooperation with local agencies.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1974
Accession Number
AD0786650

Entities

People

  • Norman L. Guinasso Jr.

Organizations

  • Texas A&M University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cooperation
  • Dispersions
  • Hydrodynamics
  • Mathematical Models
  • Measurement
  • Models
  • Monitoring
  • Stratification
  • Surveillance
  • Transport Ships

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Coastal Oceanography
  • Riverine Ecology