Fetch Length in Shore Protection Formulas

Fetch Length is the unobstructed distance that wind can travel over water in a constant direction. And is denoted by F_l. Fetch Length is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Fetch Length is always positive.

Formulas to find Fetch Length in Shore Protection

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Shore Protection formulas that make use of Fetch Length

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List of variables in Shore Protection formulas

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FAQ

What is the Fetch Length?

Fetch Length is the unobstructed distance that wind can travel over water in a constant direction. Fetch Length is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Fetch Length is always positive.

Can the Fetch Length be negative?

No, the Fetch Length, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Fetch Length?

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

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