تثمين المواقع الهيدرودينامية بسافلة حوض واد العبيد ( الأطلس الكبير الأوسط-المغرب)‎

Abstract EN

Water basins are known for their continuous river dynamics, which can sometimes be inherited or momentary.

These dynamics can result in a variety of riverine forms that differ in type and geographical distribution within the channel (main channel and floodplain) and its banks.

The Wadi Al-Abid basin, specifically its lower section (the longitudinal river section extending between the Ben Elouidane dam and the confluence point of Oued Al-Abid with Oued Ouzoud), is considered one such dynamic area, spanning approximately 39.03 kilometers and experiencing significant water flow primarily linked to precipitation.

Additionally, the impact of the Ben Elouidane dam, due to the addition of a substantial discharge from the dam into Oued Al-Abid, plays a crucial role in shaping these riverine forms.

This article aims to highlight the role that these riverine forms resulting from river dynamics can play in tourism development in the lower section of the Oued Al-Abid basin, which has been designated as "hydrodynamic sites." It also explores possible methods of valorizing these hydrodynamic sites in the lower section of the Oued Al-Abid basin.

This objective is achieved through an integrated geographical approach, with a strong focus on fieldwork.

This includes adopting a "hydrodynamic site inventory and assessment" method implemented through a field questionnaire, as well as field observations and interviews with local residents.

Additionally, a cartographic approach is employed to process and analyze field data to evaluate and ultimately enhance the value of these sites.

As a result, this work has led to the selection of 20 hydrodynamic sites based on the inventory and assessment results in the lower section of the Oued Al-Abid basin.

These sites possess scientific, cultural, historical, aesthetic, socio-economic, and ecological value and should be considered part of the natural and cultural heritage of the region.

Today, these "hydrodynamic sites" have become tourist destinations.

Three tourist routes have been prepared, along with advertising boards, and a range of amenities (resting areas, cafes, temporary shelters, swimming areas, and locations suitable for filming).

All of these efforts are aimed at promoting local development, transitioning from tourism to economic and social development.