Re-naturalizing the Thur River: Theories and Measures
The problem of shrinking and deformation of river channel and accelerated deterioration of river natural system caused by the usage and management of water resources have been reviewed retrospectively.The flood control in estuary and river-floodplain recovery project of Thur River in Switzerland is analyzed as an actual study case.By reviewing project objections and measures,the paper first analyzes the evolution of flood control concepts,then extracts the essences of modern flood control methods which are highly in alignment with flood control and nature recovery in order to provide beneficial references to China's flood control and natural recovery practices.