Sous D., Chevalier Cristèle, Devenon J. L., Blanchot Jean, Pagano Marc. (2017). Circulation patterns in a channel reef-lagoon system, Ouano lagoon, New Caledonia. Estuarine Coastal and Shelf Science, 196, p. 315-330. ISSN 0272-7714.
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Circulation patterns in a channel reef-lagoon system, Ouano lagoon, New Caledonia
Sous D., Chevalier Cristèle, Devenon J. L., Blanchot Jean, Pagano Marc
Source
Estuarine Coastal and Shelf Science, 2017,
196, p. 315-330 ISSN 0272-7714
This paper reports on two three-months field experiments carried out in the Ouano lagoon, New Caledonia. This channel-type lagoon, exposed to meso-tides, south pacific swells and trade winds, has been monitored thanks to a network of currents profilers to understand the dynamics of the lagoon waters. Four typical circulation patterns have been identified, covering all together more than 90% of the survey period. These patterns are mainly driven by the waves and wind features. In particular, obliquely incident waves or strong winds blowing over a sufficient period are able to reverse the typical circulation pattern. The analysis of the vertical structure of the currents through passages shows the regular presence of a nearly linear vertical shear within the water column.
