Head for Broad Crested Weir Formula

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Head on Upstream of Weirr pertains to the energy status of water in water flow systems and is useful for describing flow in hydraulic structures. Check FAQs
HUpstream=(H+ha)
HUpstream - Head on Upstream of Weir?H - Total Head?ha - Additional Head?

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10.01Edit=(5Edit+5.01Edit)
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Head for Broad Crested Weir Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
HUpstream=(H+ha)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
HUpstream=(5m+5.01m)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
HUpstream=(5+5.01)
LAST Step Evaluate
HUpstream=10.01m

Head for Broad Crested Weir Formula Elements

Variables
Head on Upstream of Weir
Head on Upstream of Weirr pertains to the energy status of water in water flow systems and is useful for describing flow in hydraulic structures.
Symbol: HUpstream
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Total Head
Total Head is the combination of weir crested and additional head.
Symbol: H
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Additional Head
Additional Head is the applied head due to the velocity of approach.
Symbol: ha
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Broad Crested Weir category

​Go Total Head above Weir Crest
H=hc+(vf22g)
​Go Critical Depth due to Reduction in Area of Flow Section given Total Head
hc=H-(vf22g)
​Go Velocity of Flow given Head
vf=(2g)(H-hc)
​Go Discharge over Broad Crested Weir
Qw=Lwhc(2[g])(H-hc)

How to Evaluate Head for Broad Crested Weir?

Head for Broad Crested Weir evaluator uses Head on Upstream of Weir = (Total Head+Additional Head) to evaluate the Head on Upstream of Weir, Head for Broad Crested Weir is defined as the combination of broad crested weir head and the additional head. Head on Upstream of Weir is denoted by HUpstream symbol.

How to evaluate Head for Broad Crested Weir using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Head for Broad Crested Weir, enter Total Head (H) & Additional Head (ha) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Head for Broad Crested Weir

What is the formula to find Head for Broad Crested Weir?
The formula of Head for Broad Crested Weir is expressed as Head on Upstream of Weir = (Total Head+Additional Head). Here is an example- 10.1 = (5+5.01).
How to calculate Head for Broad Crested Weir?
With Total Head (H) & Additional Head (ha) we can find Head for Broad Crested Weir using the formula - Head on Upstream of Weir = (Total Head+Additional Head).
Can the Head for Broad Crested Weir be negative?
Yes, the Head for Broad Crested Weir, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Head for Broad Crested Weir?
Head for Broad Crested Weir is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Head for Broad Crested Weir can be measured.
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