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Depth is the vertical distance from the surface of a reference point, such as the ground or water surface, to a specific point or feature below. Check FAQs
d=TdQLw
d - Depth?Td - Detention Time?Q - Discharge?L - Length?w - Width?

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Here is how the Depth of Tank given Detention Time equation looks like.

3.0031Edit=6.9Edit3Edit3.01Edit2.29Edit
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Depth of Tank given Detention Time Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
d=TdQLw
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
d=6.9s3m³/s3.01m2.29m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
d=6.933.012.29
Next Step Evaluate
d=3.00309013622713m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
d=3.0031m

Depth of Tank given Detention Time Formula Elements

Variables
Depth
Depth is the vertical distance from the surface of a reference point, such as the ground or water surface, to a specific point or feature below.
Symbol: d
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Detention Time
Detention Time is the length of time the water is retained in a vessel or basin.
Symbol: Td
Measurement: TimeUnit: s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Discharge
Discharge is the rate of flow of a liquid.
Symbol: Q
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Length
Length is the measurement or extent of something from end to end.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Width
Width is the horizontal measurement or dimension of a structure, feature, or area.
Symbol: w
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Depth

​Go Depth of Tank given Flow Velocity
d=(QdVfw)
​Go Height of Tank given Flow Velocity
d=LvsVf

Other formulas in Important Formulas of Design of Continuous Flow Type of Sedimentation Tank category

​Go Overflow Rate given Discharge
SOR=QwL
​Go Rate of Flow given Detention Time
qflow=(VTd)
​Go Volume of Tank given Detention Time
V=Tdqflow
​Go Cross-section Area of Tank with known Velocity of Flow of Water
Acs=QVw

How to Evaluate Depth of Tank given Detention Time?

Depth of Tank given Detention Time evaluator uses Depth = (Detention Time*Discharge)/(Length*Width) to evaluate the Depth, The Depth of Tank given Detention Time formula is defined as the value of the required depth of a tank, such as a sedimentation tank or a reactor, based on the specified detention time. Depth is denoted by d symbol.

How to evaluate Depth of Tank given Detention Time using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depth of Tank given Detention Time, enter Detention Time (Td), Discharge (Q), Length (L) & Width (w) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depth of Tank given Detention Time

What is the formula to find Depth of Tank given Detention Time?
The formula of Depth of Tank given Detention Time is expressed as Depth = (Detention Time*Discharge)/(Length*Width). Here is an example- 73.11872 = (6.9*3)/(3.01*2.29).
How to calculate Depth of Tank given Detention Time?
With Detention Time (Td), Discharge (Q), Length (L) & Width (w) we can find Depth of Tank given Detention Time using the formula - Depth = (Detention Time*Discharge)/(Length*Width).
What are the other ways to Calculate Depth?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Depth-
  • Depth=(Discharge in Tank/(Flow Velocity*Width))OpenImg
  • Depth=(Length*Settling Velocity)/Flow VelocityOpenImg
Can the Depth of Tank given Detention Time be negative?
Yes, the Depth of Tank given Detention Time, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depth of Tank given Detention Time?
Depth of Tank given Detention Time is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Depth of Tank given Detention Time can be measured.
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