Methodological Guide for Watershed Diagnostic Studies
Summary: This guide defines a methodology for conducting diagnostic studies of Haitian watersheds. It covers biophysical, water-resource, socioeconomic, land-use, production-system, vulnerability, institutional and GIS components.
Key Findings
- Standardizes diagnostic studies for Haitian watersheds.
- Combines environmental, socioeconomic and institutional analysis.
- Includes GIS and territory-classification guidance.
- Links watershed diagnosis to intervention selection.
Full Description
The document provides a structured reference for watershed planning teams. It describes how to characterize natural resources, classify territory, analyze production systems and value chains, assess vulnerabilities and identify possible interventions.
How to cite
Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Rural Development (MARNDR), 2011, Methodological Guide for Watershed Diagnostic Studies, accessed via HaitiDocs, https://www.haitidocs.org/doc/marndr-2011-guide-diagnostic-bassins-versants