Evolution of the flow of drainage waters in the Oued Righ canal, Algeria

Abstract

The channel of the Oued Righ valley plays an important role in draining the drainage waters of the palm groves of 47 oases. This article evaluates and offers a simple relationship calculation of flow of drainage water carried by the channel of Oued Righ. Several work missions were carried out in the Oued Righ Valley during the period: 2010–2018. Investigations and surveys were conducted among the local population. Data and information were collected from the National Hydric Resources Agency (Fr. Agence Nationale des Ressources Hydrauliques) of Touggourt (capital of the Oued Righ Valley). Samples of bottom material and flow velocity measurements were performed at 10 gauging stations located along the canal with a length of 130 km. A simple formula for evaluating the flow rate in the channel has been highlighted. It is a practical quantification tool that will be useful for channel managers. Calculated rate exceeded 5 m3∙s−1 of wastewater and drainage flow into the nature 10 km before reaching the Chott Merouane; the place of discharge.

Keywords

• canal
• drainage water
• flow
• gauging
• Oued Righ