"Use of Land and Land Cover and its Future prospect in al-Dana district Using GIS and R.S "

Abstract

 Geography studies contributes to diagnosing and finding solutions to many problems. The importance increases due to population growth and pressure on resources. This research was conducted to classify the land uses and land cover "LULC" in Al-Dana Sub-District, in which there has been a significant change in the land uses and land cover "LULC" due to the population exodus to it. The area was classified into four areas according to Use, namely, rocky mountain lands, urbanization, trees and agricultural crops. the change of uses and their percentages were studied. according to the streams of the torrent valleys, the area of agricultural crops. urban areas and tree areas were identified, and the intersection areas between these uses were identified, and the problems caused by poor treatment and identified. Use, especially the Problem of Torrential Rains in the Winter Season and the Resulting Dangers to the Homes of the Displaced, and the Problem of Urban Sprawl Towards Agricultural Lands, which are the main Food Source for a Large Number of population in addition to the Job opportunities. They provide some solutions that could contribute to solving these Problems. And that were also proposed. And a plan was proposed to re-employ the optimal Use of the land in a way that meets the needs of the population and preserves resources