DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT USING HEC-RAS SOFTWARE TOOL

Abstract

Watershed management is critical for ensuring sustainable water resources and reducing the impact of floods and droughts. The Hydrologic Engineering Center's River Analysis System (HEC-RAS) software tool is widely used for watershed management due to its capabilities in hydraulic modeling and floodplain analysis. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of watershed management principles and demonstrates the application of the HEC-RAS software tool in analyzing and designing effective watershed management strategies. The paper discusses the key features of HEC-RAS, including its hydraulic modeling capabilities, floodplain mapping, and sediment transport analysis. A case study is presented to illustrate the practical implementation of HEC-RAS in watershed management, highlighting its role in flood risk assessment, stream restoration, and erosion control measures. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and the adoption of HEC-RAS as a valuable tool in watershed management.