stroomvoering

Stroomvoering is a term used in hydraulic engineering and water management to describe the planning, routing, and control of the flow of water through a river basin, canal network, or other managed water system. The goal is to decide how discharge is distributed through channels and structures under different hydrological conditions, and to operate this system to meet safety, supply, ecological and navigational objectives.

Core elements include hydraulic structures such as weirs, sluices, gates and lock systems; pumping stations; reservoirs; and bypass channels. Data collection and monitoring of water levels and discharges, as well as modelling and simulation, support both long-term planning and real-time operation. Routing methods and hydrodynamic models are used to predict how inflows translate into downstream flows and to optimize gate settings and pumping schedules.

Stroomvoering is typically carried out by water authorities and regional bodies responsible for flood risk management and water resources. It integrates with drought planning, ecological water requirements, and inland or port navigation. Operators adjust control structures in response to rainfall, snowmelt, tides, and seasonal variations to balance flood safety, water supply, and ecological objectives.

In Dutch usage, stroomvoering is distinct from stroomvoorziening, which refers to electrical power supply and distribution.