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  • Environmental Science
  • Hydrology
  • Geomorphology

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  • Reservoir siltation poses environmental challenges, necessitating effective management plans.
  • Sediment fingerprinting is a crucial technique for identifying sediment sources in river catchments.
  • Previous studies in the Barasona catchment indicated significant sediment delivery variability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the impact of different statistical procedures on sediment source contribution estimations.
  • To identify the most reliable statistical approach for sediment fingerprinting in the Barasona catchment.
  • To refine sediment management strategies by accurately pinpointing sediment origins.

Main Methods:

  • Investigated the <63 μm sediment fraction from surface reservoir sediments.
  • Applied sediment fingerprinting procedures using three optimum composite fingerprints.
  • Utilized discriminant function analysis, Kruskal-Wallis H-test, and principal components analysis in various combinations.

Main Results:

  • Different statistical procedures yielded varying source contribution results.
  • The combination of principal components analysis and discriminant function analysis showed the largest discrepancies.
  • The two-step process involving the Kruskal-Wallis H-test and discriminant function analysis provided the most reliable outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The choice of statistical procedure significantly influences sediment fingerprinting accuracy.
  • The Kruskal-Wallis H-test combined with discriminant function analysis is recommended for reliable sediment source identification.
  • Accurate sediment source apportionment is vital for effective reservoir siltation management.