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The morphometric examination of a river basin is pivotal in comprehending and assessing the defining features of a watershed. This study delves into the morphometric evaluation of the Sukkar Drainage Basin, employing sophisticated geo-spatial methodologies. The integration of remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques proves highly effective in analyzing diverse morphometric variables, spanning linear, areal, and relief dimensions. Remote sensing furnishes indispensable spatial data, while GIS facilitates the interpretation and visualization of this information with precision.In this investigation, Digital Elevation Model (DEM) and Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) datasets, each possessing a spatial resolution of 30 meters, were utilized for a comprehensive morphometric analysis of the drainage basin. A total of 60 morphometric attributes were evaluated, systematically categorized under linear, areal, and relief domains. Stream classification within the basin adhered to Strahler's methodology introduced in 1952.The analysis identified 854 streams within the network, distributed across multiple orders, with the highest order classified as fifth. The drainage system includes 657 first-order streams, 156 second-order streams, 34 third-order streams, 6 fourth-order streams, and a single fifth-order stream. The overall basin covers an area of 119.149 square kilometers, while the cumulative length of streams (Lu) measures 381.14 kilometers, following the principles outlined by Strahler in 1964. The mean stream length ratio (Lurm) is 3.77, and the bifurcation ratio (Rb) varies between 4.2 and 6.0.The findings reveal that the Sukkar watershed displays a dendritic drainage pattern, with a drainage density (Dd) of 3.19 kilometers per square kilometer. Additionally, a ruggedness index of 1.07 signifies a highly uneven and rugged terrain within the watershed.

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