Gabion-Mattress Channel-Protection Design
Publication: Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 121, Issue 7
Abstract
A design procedure for sizing gabion mattresses is presented that is based on depth-averaged velocity in the same manner as the Corps of Engineers' 1991 riprap-design guidance. This allows variation of gabion-mattress rock size and thickness with cross-section shape, channel alignment, and side slope. Stability is based on size of rock in the gabion rather than thickness, and stability coefficients are determined from flume-test results. Recommended mattress thickness and rock gradation are also presented.
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Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 121 • Issue 7 • July 1995
Pages: 519 - 522
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Copyright © 1995 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Jul 1, 1995
Published in print: Jul 1995
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