Geomorphology of the Kalamas river delta (Epirus, Greece)

This article presents the geomorphological mapping of Kalamas river delta in Thesprotia (Epirus, north-western Greece). The (also known as Thyamis) is one three main deltas this region. Detailed was performed through analysis field surveys and interpretation old maps, satellite images, aerial photos, DEM. evolution well its current morphology derives from complex interactions between alluvial, marine dynamics human activities. Several palaeo-channels have been identified, recent has altered by construction a dam canalization during second half twentieth century. coastline complex, mainly consists lagoons, sandy barriers sand spits. Since part prograding for about fifty years, indicate erosion progressive submersion these low coasts.