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Critical Depth occurs when the flow in a channel has a minimum specific energy. Specific energy refers to the sum of the depth of flow and the velocity head. Check FAQs
dc=(QpWtVc)
dc - Critical Depth?Qp - Peak Discharge?Wt - Width of Throat?Vc - Critical Velocity?

Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge Example

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2.6199Edit=(39.77Edit3Edit5.06Edit)
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Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
dc=(QpWtVc)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
dc=(39.77m³/s3m5.06m/s)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
dc=(39.7735.06)
Next Step Evaluate
dc=2.61989459815547m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
dc=2.6199m

Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge Formula Elements

Variables
Critical Depth
Critical Depth occurs when the flow in a channel has a minimum specific energy. Specific energy refers to the sum of the depth of flow and the velocity head.
Symbol: dc
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Peak Discharge
Peak Discharge is the maximum volume flow rate passing a particular location during an event.
Symbol: Qp
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Width of Throat
Width of Throat is the narrowest section of a conduit or channel, such as in a venturi meter or flume.
Symbol: Wt
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Critical Velocity
The Critical velocity is the greatest velocity with which a fluid can flow through a given conduit without becoming turbulent.
Symbol: Vc
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Critical Depth

​Go Critical Depth in Control Section
dc=((Vc)2g)
​Go Critical Depth given Discharge through Control Section
dc=(QeWtVc)
​Go Critical Depth at Different Discharges
dc=((Qe)2g(Wt)2)13
​Go Critical Depth given Depth of Parabolic Channel
dc=(d1.55)

How to Evaluate Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge?

Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge evaluator uses Critical Depth = (Peak Discharge/(Width of Throat*Critical Velocity)) to evaluate the Critical Depth, The Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge formula is defined as the depth of flow where energy is at a minimum for a maximum discharge. Critical Depth is denoted by dc symbol.

How to evaluate Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge, enter Peak Discharge (Qp), Width of Throat (Wt) & Critical Velocity (Vc) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge

What is the formula to find Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge?
The formula of Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge is expressed as Critical Depth = (Peak Discharge/(Width of Throat*Critical Velocity)). Here is an example- 0.263505 = (39.77/(3*5.06)).
How to calculate Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge?
With Peak Discharge (Qp), Width of Throat (Wt) & Critical Velocity (Vc) we can find Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge using the formula - Critical Depth = (Peak Discharge/(Width of Throat*Critical Velocity)).
What are the other ways to Calculate Critical Depth?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Critical Depth-
  • Critical Depth=((Critical Velocity)^2/Acceleration due to Gravity)OpenImg
  • Critical Depth=(Environmental Discharge/(Width of Throat*Critical Velocity))OpenImg
  • Critical Depth=((Environmental Discharge)^2/(Acceleration due to Gravity*(Width of Throat)^2))^(1/3)OpenImg
Can the Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge be negative?
No, the Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge?
Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Critical Depth given Maximum Discharge can be measured.
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