Simulation of non-structural measures to reduce flooding in Sg. Bentong catchment

Abd Hakim, Nur Wajihah and Salleh, Md Noor and Al-Mamun, Abdullah and Ali, Maisarah and Che Mohd Azmi, Siti Nurain and Ayob, Mohd Fairullazi (2024) Simulation of non-structural measures to reduce flooding in Sg. Bentong catchment. Chemical and Natural Resources Engineering Journal, 8 (2). pp. 9-31. E-ISSN 2637-0719

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Abstract

Flooding is a frequent and recurring natural disaster in tropical and subtropical regions, often exacerbated by climate change, which may increase both the frequency and severity of such events. Malaysia, due to its geographical location, topography, and climatic conditions, frequently experiences flash and regional flooding, further aggravated by improper development activities. Both structural and non-structural methods have been extensively employed to mitigate flood disasters. Structural measures include dams, levees, floodways, floodwalls, and river improvements. Non-structural measures, however, such as land-use planning and zoning, flood risk mapping, and computer-based flood modeling, are less frequently discussed in the literature. This research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of non-structural flood prevention interventions in Bentong, Pahang. It investigates proper land-use planning, rainwater harvesting systems, and floodplain management through advanced flood modeling. The study employs HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS models to simulate flood scenarios and generate flood maps. ArcGIS was used to create detailed flood maps, simulating a 100-year, 6-hour storm event over a 99.38 km² area. The results indicated significant water depths ranging from 0.5 to 9.82 meters, highlighting substantial potential for damage. The findings underscore the importance of integrating non-structural measures, such as effective land use planning and rainwater harvesting, into flood disaster management strategies. These measures, combined with detailed flood modeling, offer valuable insights for mitigating the impacts of future flooding events in the study area.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Additional Information:	6985/118224
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Flood Management, Catchment, HEC-HMS, HEC RAS, Non-structural
Subjects:	T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) > TA170 Environmental engineering. Sustainable engineering T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) > TA190 Management of engineering works T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) > TA495 Disasters and engineering T Technology > TC Hydraulic engineering. Ocean engineering T Technology > TC Hydraulic engineering. Ocean engineering > TC530 River protective works. Regulation. Flood control
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Civil Engineering Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Quantity Surveying Kulliyyah of Engineering
Depositing User:	IR. DR. MOHD FAIRULLAZI AYOB
Date Deposited:	08 Jan 2025 16:42
Last Modified:	08 Jan 2025 16:43
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/118224

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