Predicting the Future of Sediment: A Parametric Regression Approach to Harbor Shoaling

Abstract

Abstract Accurate prediction of shoaling rates and dredge volumes is critical for optimizing the USACE’s navigation channel maintenance strategies and controlling dredging costs. Existing methodologies—such as traditional linear regression and advanced ... Practical Applications Accurately predicting shoaling in navigation channels is a major challenge for coastal engineers, port authorities, and policymakers. Current methods often rely on simple trend lines or models that do not capture the true ...