Calculation of Channel and River Velocities
Publication: Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 124, Issue 8
Abstract
In this paper the velocity calculation in rivers has been obtained on the basis of a sediment transport formula. This paper develops a methodology for evaluation of the velocity of flow in alluvial channels and rivers based on the analytical solution presented in a previous article. The present study investigates the application of a sediment transport equation for calculating alluvial channel velocities with or without particles in motion and calculating river velocities. The velocity predicted is based on the depth of flow, slope, and a critical particle diameter. The procedure can be applied in sand and gravel bed rivers. Limitations are found in high-velocity, fine-sand rivers where plane beds or antidunes are formed.
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Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 124 • Issue 8 • August 1998
Pages: 869 - 872
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Copyright © 1998 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Aug 1, 1998
Published in print: Aug 1998
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