PERMAFROST MAP OF SWITZERLAND

Abstract

Permafrost existence has not always been anticipated in high mountain regions. Today, awareness is growing of the influence of alpine permafrost on construction work, the operation of ski runs, avalanche and flood protection, and hazards from debris flows and rock falls (Haeberli, 1992). Disturbance of the sensitive thermal conditions of permafrost may lead to unforeseen construction expenses or even render certain construction techniques impossible. The presented permafrost map of Switzerland gives an overview of the current Abstract