Estudio hidrológico e hidráulico de la quebrada Chinguilanchi para la prevención y mitigación de inundaciones

Abstract

Abstract: This titling project addresses the problem of flooding in the Chinguilanchi stream, located in Loja, through a detailed hydrological and hydraulic analysis. Following a tragic event on March 15, 2022, where the stream overflowed and resulted in the loss of one life, the need to propose mitigation measures was identified. Through topographic studies, laboratory tests, and the analysis of hydrological parameters, the key variables for the design of a weir as a structural solution were determined. This design considers design flows for different return periods, the runoff coefficient, and the geomorphological characteristics of the watershed. The results obtained provide a solid technical basis for future implementations that reduce flood risk and improve the community's quality of life. This project highlights the importance of water planning in vulnerable urban areas.