Geomorphological features of the Rio della Rocca valley (northern Apennines, Italy)

Bibliographic Data

ID16840752
AuthorsViola Maria Bruschi (0000-0001-8641-683X, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia), P Coratza (0000-0002-7537-4758, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia), D Piacentini (0000-0002-5235-3882, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia), Mauro Soldati (0000-0002-1600-4255, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, corresponding author)
Year2012
Volume8
Issue4
Pages445-452
Publication date2012-12-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Maps (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1744-5647 • E-ISSN: 1744-5647
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/17445647.2012.744705
OpenAlexW2008322819
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited5

This paper presents a geomorphological map of the Rio della Rocca valley, a small catchment located in the lower Apennines of the Province of Reggio Emilia (northern Italy). The geomorphological map has been produced at a scale 1:7500 as a base document within multidisciplinary investigations aimed at the rehabilitation of the area, which is characterised by peculiar geological and geomorphological features and a high scenic value, despite clear evidence of human impact. Since the mid 1950s the valley has been affected by quarrying activities which in some places have deeply changed its environmental and, in particular, geomorphological features. As a part of the research, geomorphological survey and mapping were carried out in order to detect the main slope instability and erosional processes and landforms and, at the same time, to recognise sites of geological and geomorphological interest. Proposals for territorial development have been proposed which take into account geotourism and recreational issues

Archaeology · Geodiversity · Geography · Geomorphology · Landform · Physical geography · Geotourism and Geoheritage Conservation · Landslides and related hazards · Soil erosion and sediment transport · Geology

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