Diseño de una alternativa de planificación urbana sostenible que contribuya a una reducción de riesgos de inundación en la parte baja de la cuenca del Río Cabí en el municipio de Quibdó – Chocó

Abstract

This research focuses on Sustainable Urban Planning and Flood Risk Reduction in the lower Cabí River basin, in the municipality of Quibdó, Chocó. Its overall objective is to design a sustainable urban planning alternative that contributes to mitigating flood risks in this area. To achieve this, a mixed methodological approach was employed, combining qualitative and quantitative methods through surveys, interviews, and focus groups, using Excel software for data analysis. The study is exploratory and descriptive, which allowed for the identification of effective strategies to address the problem. The research is justified by its social and environmental relevance, as it not only directly benefits the inhabitants of the Cabí River basin but also offers a replicable model for assessing urban vulnerability and designing sustainable solutions in territories with similar characteristics. Furthermore, the results contribute to the formulation of public policies, the development of infrastructure projects, and the creation of flood risk management strategies. The statistical analysis showed a clear correlation between environmental factors, such as flood frequency and severity, and the perception of public infrastructure, highlighting that a lack of information and project visibility reduces trust in public management. The main conclusion was that the existing drainage infrastructure does not adequately meet community needs to prevent flooding, underscoring the urgency of implementing sustainable and participatory solutions in the region.