geomorphic request

[Tim Barrows]

Dear  listmembers,

Somebody may be able to help Jacqui with the following request from a 
paleo-perspective:

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Hi, I am an Honours student in the School of Anthropology, Geography 
and Environmental Studies at the University of Melbourne where I am 
investigating the potential geomorphic effects that low flows have on 
stream channels. I am currently interested in establishing whether a 
low flow channel, or the area occupied by water during low 
streamflow, can be distinguished as a separate feature to the main 
stream channel (for example, by particular morphological features, 
such as the presence of alternating bars or longitudinal berms, 
and/or by the limit of terrestrial vegetation on the banks).
Due to the paucity of literature related to this subject, I am 
interested in gaining the viewpoints of those who have some 
experience in working on and around rivers. I would greatly 
appreciate it if you could spare a few moments of your time to answer 
some simple questions that would help me to further develop the 
concept of a low flow channel.
In general terms,
- Do you recognize a feature that enables a low flow channel to be 
distinguished from the main stream channel?
- If so, what processes do you think contributed to its formation?
- Can you direct me to any literature that may be relevant?
Thank-you for your time. I will send out over geomorphlist a copy of 
the collated responses for your information.
Regards,
Jacqui Norris. < jacquelinenorris at hotmail.com >