Experiments and Documentation Performed to Predict the Depths of Rivers: Detailed Analysis of the Watershed and Its Surroundings

The first study involved a detailed analysis and study of the Burnt Swamp Brook in Wrentham, MA and the Gale River in Franconia, NH. Physical observations were made on the river to better understand the river and what affects it. A hypothesis was made on what may affect the depth of the river. It led to a conclusion that more research needed to be done on the watershed. The second study was much longer and more complicated. It involved the gathering of maps and the creation of a watershed map for the Burnt Swamp Brook Watershed. Information and samples of every soil type in the watershed were collected and examined. Further analysis was also made on surface and physical aspects of the watershed. A conclusion was established that looking at the watershed as a whole would lead to failure. It would have to be looked at in pieces and every detail noted if this project is to be successful. Following the study led to research on past experiments in predicting floods. Each experiment is criticized for its good and bad aspects that may lead to error or accuracy in its predictions. Learning from other people's mistakes is the first step to success.