The exploitation and utilization of the water power transportation resources of the Yangtze River are particularly studied from the standpoint of comprehensive utilization of water resources. The great potential capacity of the water power transport resources of the Yangtze River is analysed and the backward situation and its causes of making use of the Yangtze water power transportation resources are found out. According to the results of research, calculation and evaluation, the methods and plans of developing and utilizing the Yangtze water power transportation resources are set forth. This may be for the reference to the related decision-making departments.
