Critical Depth of Weir in Hydraulic Jump Formulas

The Critical Depth of Weir is defined as the depth of flow where energy is at a minimum for a particular discharge. And is denoted by h_c. Critical Depth of Weir is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Critical Depth of Weir is always positive.

Hydraulic Jump formulas that make use of Critical Depth of Weir

fxConjugate Depth y2 given Critical DepthGo

fxConjugate Depth y1 given Critical DepthGo

FAQ

What is the Critical Depth of Weir?

The Critical Depth of Weir is defined as the depth of flow where energy is at a minimum for a particular discharge. Critical Depth of Weir is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Critical Depth of Weir is always positive.

Can the Critical Depth of Weir be negative?

No, the Critical Depth of Weir, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Critical Depth of Weir?

Critical Depth of Weir is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Critical Depth of Weir can be measured.

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