@misc{dejonge_the_influence_2014, 
author={de Jonge, V., Schuttelaars, H., van Beusekom, J., Talke, S., de Swart, H.},
title={The influence of channel deepening on estuarine turbidity levels and dynamics, as exemplified by the Ems estuary},
year={2014},
howpublished = {journal article},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecss.2013.12.030},
abstract = {An exploratory, semi-analytical model is calibrated to simulate the equilibrium SPM distribution in the upper estuary during five time periods from 1965 to 2005, using archival bathymetric and tidal data. Results suggest that the deepening of tidal channels and a reduction in hydraulic drag have most likely resulted in a landward shift of the SPM trapping location. The measured increase in SPM concentrations and the development of fluid mud around the 1990s likely contributed to reduced mixing and bottom drag, creating a feedback loop that further altered tidal and SPM dynamics. It is argued that the removal of some non-erodible (consolidated) layers in the lower reaches of the estuary has created new internal sediment sources that may be responsible for feeding the observed high SPM concentrations, rather than increased sediment input from the boundaries. All findings are based on and supported by measured short-term seasonal fluctuations, as well as long-term developments of yearly averaged concentrations in the longitudinal SPM distribution.},
note = {Online available at: \url{https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecss.2013.12.030} (DOI). de Jonge, V.; Schuttelaars, H.; van Beusekom, J.; Talke, S.; de Swart, H.: The influence of channel deepening on estuarine turbidity levels and dynamics, as exemplified by the Ems estuary. Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science. 2014. vol. 139, 46-59. DOI: 10.1016/j.ecss.2013.12.030}}