FLOODPLAINS AND LEVEES 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyWater and riversGCSEAQA Created by: laveezahCreated on: 10-12-15 23:28 A LEVEE Raised banks along the course of a river in its lower course. They are formed naturally but can be artificially increased in height. 1 of 6 FLOODPLAIN The flat area adjacent to the river channel, especially in the lower part of the course. 2 of 6 FLASHY FLOOD A hydrograph that responds quickly to a period of rain so that it characteristically has a high peak and a short lag time. 3 of 6 SUBDUED FLOOD Has a longer lag time than a flashy flood, and therefore does not respond quickly. It characteristically has a low peak. 4 of 6 HARD ENGINEERING Strong construction methods to hold floodwater back or keep it out. 5 of 6 SOFT ENGINEERING More natural ways to reduce the impact of flooding on humans with less intervention and more preparation. 6 of 6
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