Measurement of velocity of flow

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Measurement of velocity of flow MEASUREMENT OF VELOCITY OF FLOW Before we actually discuss various methods to measure the velocity of flow, it is worthwhile to explain the variation in the velocity along the cross-section of the river. The velocity of flow is not uniform throughout the cross-sectio...

Measurement of area of cross sectional

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Measurement of area of cross sectional MEASUREMENT OF AREA OF CROSS-SECTION In the case of canals there is no difficulty in measuring the cross-sectional area. Canals are always of some regular shape whose area can be found out by any geometrical formula. But in case of natural streams and rivers, ...

Selection of site for dam

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Selection of site for dam SELECTION OF SITE FOR DAM Following points should be considered while selecting the site for the dam. Suitable foundation for the dam should be available. The width of the river at dam site should be minimum so as to keep the length of the dam minimum and thus economical. ...

Classification of dams

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Classification of dams CLASSIFICATION OF DAMS Dams may be classified in several ways as follows: 1. Classification Based on Materials of Construction. According to this classification the following may be the types of dams: Earth fill dams Rock fill dams Concrete dams. Masonry dams. Steel dams. Tim...

Gravity Dams

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Cut-off walls CUT-OFF WALLS Cut-off wall is a device use to reduce or prevent the seepage of water through the pervious foundation. It is always provid below the upper surface of the foundation. If the cut-off wall extends through the foundation to impervious material below, it is called complete c...