Calibración de la curva de descarga del río Zamora sector Sauces Norte para el monitoreo continuo de caudales

Abstract

Abstract: The study carried out on the Zamora River focused on flow estimation and prediction using a technical and systematic approach. To this end, a windlass was used, which allowed for the collection of flow-related data using the gauging method. Subsequently, a statistical analysis of the data obtained was carried out, applying the regression technique to predict flows based on the observed and extrapolated elevations. An evaluation was also conducted using validation coefficients to determine the efficiency of the prediction model and to identify which model best matched observed and projected flows. The results demonstrated that both models were optimal, as corroborated by correlation analysis. Two methods were implemented for extrapolation: the Manning method and the Stevens method, considering new channel elevations obtained from the river cross section. This analysis facilitated the estimation of river flows and highlighted the importance of selecting appropriate models according to the required level of accuracy, prioritizing those with the best correlation values.