River morphology hierarchical classification (RMHC)

Abstract

The River Morphology Hierarchical Classification (RMHC) framework with seven taxonomic levels - catchment-drainage network, zone, segment, channel-floodplain unit, river reach, geomorphic unit and morphohydraulic unit - has been presented. The RMHC framework shows good potential as a standardised method for classifying river morphology over a range from catchment scale to channel, reach and morphohydraulic scale. It represents a good research tool for any stream investigation and assessment as well as for river management applications