Head over Weir given Discharge Formula

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Head over Weir is the stream or river to raise the water level or divert its flow. Check FAQs
H=(Qfk)1nsystem
H - Head over Weir?Qf - Flow Discharge?k - System Constant k?nsystem - System Constant n?

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2.8002Edit=(30Edit2Edit)12.63Edit
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Head over Weir given Discharge Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
H=(Qfk)1nsystem
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
H=(30m³/s2)12.63
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
H=(302)12.63
Next Step Evaluate
H=2.80016090765145m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
H=2.8002m

Head over Weir given Discharge Formula Elements

Variables
Head over Weir
Head over Weir is the stream or river to raise the water level or divert its flow.
Symbol: H
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Flow Discharge
The Flow Discharge refers to the volume of water passing through a particular cross-section of a river or stream per unit of time. It is typically measured in (m³/s) or cubic feet per second (cfs).
Symbol: Qf
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
System Constant k
System Constant k for measuring the discharge rates in flow-measuring structures.
Symbol: k
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
System Constant n
System Constant n in the discharge rate of streamflow measurement.
Symbol: nsystem
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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​Go Discharge at Structure
Qf=k(Hnsystem)
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Qs=Q1(1-(H2H1)nhead)0.385
​Go Free Flow Discharge under Head using Submerged Flow over Weir
Q1=Qs(1-(H2H1)nhead)0.385

How to Evaluate Head over Weir given Discharge?

Head over Weir given Discharge evaluator uses Head over Weir = (Flow Discharge/System Constant k)^(1/System Constant n) to evaluate the Head over Weir, The Head over Weir given Discharge formula is defined as the stream or river flow to raise the water level or divert its flow over the hydraulic structure. Head over Weir is denoted by H symbol.

How to evaluate Head over Weir given Discharge using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Head over Weir given Discharge, enter Flow Discharge (Qf), System Constant k (k) & System Constant n (nsystem) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Head over Weir given Discharge

What is the formula to find Head over Weir given Discharge?
The formula of Head over Weir given Discharge is expressed as Head over Weir = (Flow Discharge/System Constant k)^(1/System Constant n). Here is an example- 2.800161 = (30/2)^(1/2.63).
How to calculate Head over Weir given Discharge?
With Flow Discharge (Qf), System Constant k (k) & System Constant n (nsystem) we can find Head over Weir given Discharge using the formula - Head over Weir = (Flow Discharge/System Constant k)^(1/System Constant n).
Can the Head over Weir given Discharge be negative?
No, the Head over Weir given Discharge, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Head over Weir given Discharge?
Head over Weir given Discharge is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Head over Weir given Discharge can be measured.
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