Detection of urban growth towards agricultural areas in western Amman area of Jordan using remotely sensed data

Integrated remotely sensed data have been used to evaluate the urban growth in a selected area west Amman the Capital; namely Bayadir wadi es Sir and Abdoun areas. The interpretation of the aerial photograph was compared with the interpretation of the satellite imagery ( Landsat Thematic Mapper ) to show the urban expansion and sterilization of land in 36 years time. Recommendations were made for planners to suggest an alternative friendly environmental development plans for the future which avoid areas where the urban growth should be limited.