Perched stream

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007844",
  "term": "Perched stream",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A stream whose bed is elevated above the surrounding floodplain or land surface, often due to the deposition of sediment within its channel. This elevation can occur when the stream carries a heavy sediment load and builds up its banks faster than the adjacent land erodes. Perched streams are common in arid and semi-arid regions where flash floods deposit large amounts of material.",
  "see_also": [
    "insulated stream"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/perched-stream/"
}