Costs Versus Benefits Of River Regulation.

River regulation is any man made structure that interrupts a waterway for the purpose of regulating the flow to allow a more constant supply. This regulation of waterways has many costs and benefits associated with it and affects both the submerged areas and the downstream reaches of the stream. This essay will compare the costs versus benefits of such river regulation. When a river has a dam, weir, or diversion built on it the water …

…were introduced to desalinize seawater without hurting marine life it would be very costly (in dollars) but a much better long-term solution. This particular technology for desalinization is used in many mainly arid or desert countries and on naval ships. Building this new infrastructure would also create countless jobs. This solution would ensure that future generations were able to enjoy the beauty of a free flowing seasonal river with native species living in the area.