Disaster Risks and Resilience in Water Conservancy Projects

Dear Colleagues,

Water conservancy projects play a vital role in water supply, irrigation, and flood control, but are susceptible to various natural and operational hazards. In cold regions, ice-related disasters such as channel icing and ice jams can obstruct flow and damage structures. Geological hazards—including landslides, settlement, and rockfalls—threaten structural integrity, especially in mountainous or reservoir areas. Hydro-meteorological events like floods, droughts, and extreme temperatures further challenge safe operations. Operational failures (e.g., equipment malfunction or mismanagement) and human-induced incidents (e.g., illegal water use) can disrupt system functions. Additionally, environmental risks such as eutrophication and downstream ecological degradation may arise from poor flow management or over-diversion. Comprehensive risk assessment, adaptive design, and real-time monitoring are essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water projects.

This Special Issue of Water focuses on research related to the prevention, prediction, and mitigation of disasters in water conservancy projects.

Dr. Xin Zhao
Guest Editor

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