Discharge in Measurement Methods Formulas

Discharge is the volumetric flow rate of a stream or river. It quantifies the amount of water flowing through a specific cross-sectional area over a given time period. And is denoted by Q. Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Discharge is always positive.

Measurement Methods formulas that make use of Discharge

fxEstimated Distance given Discharge in Tracer MethodGo

FAQ

What is the Discharge?

Discharge is the volumetric flow rate of a stream or river. It quantifies the amount of water flowing through a specific cross-sectional area over a given time period. Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Discharge is always positive.

Can the Discharge be negative?

No, the Discharge, measured in Volumetric Flow Rate cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Discharge?

Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second[m³/s] for Volumetric Flow Rate. Cubic Meter per Day[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Hour[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Minute[m³/s] are the few other units in which Discharge can be measured.

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