Mediterranean river systems of Andalusia, southern Spain, and associated deltas: A source to sink approach

A comparative analysis of Spanish Mediterranean deltas indicates that in terms of sediment transport Andalusian river systems are quite efficient despite the small size of their catchments. Repetitive flood events and the consequent suspension plumes off river mouths play a major role in the development of deltaic and prodeltaic bodies. Nowadays, 42% of the study area is regulated, although to date the effect of dam building is hardly noticeable on river mouths.