Constriction and hardening of river channels, as caused by levees, riprap, and bridges, can alter the river s energy and natural course, causing it to erode its banks and damage valuable habitat, particularly during flood events.
(Constriction and hardening of river channels, as caused by levees, riprap, and bridges; can alter; the river s energy and natural course)
Constriction and hardening of river channels, as caused by levees, riprap, and bridges
can alter
the river s energy and natural course