Author(s): Dr. Timur Kulyabov and Dr. Gulnara Bekmuratova

Abstract: Understanding sediment transport dynamics and river morphology is crucial for managing meandering river systems. This study employed a hybrid numerical modeling framework combining hydrodynamic and sediment transport modules, validated with field data and remote sensing imagery, to investigate sediment dynamics in a meandering river. The results highlighted significant erosion on outer banks (up to 4.1 m/year) and deposition on inner banks (up to 2.5 m/year), with suspended sediment transport dominating during high-flow events. The model demonstrated strong validation metrics, with an 87% match to observed channel migration patterns. Comparisons with existing studies confirmed the framework's reliability and robustness. The findings provide actionable insights for river management and restoration, though future work should address vegetation dynamics and bank material variability to improve predictive accuracy.

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