Normal Discharge in Streamflow Measurement Formulas

The normal discharge at a given stage under steady uniform flow. And is denoted by Q_n. Normal Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Normal Discharge is always positive.

Formulas to find Normal Discharge in Streamflow Measurement

fxNormal Discharge at given Stage under Steady Uniform FlowGo

Streamflow Measurement formulas that make use of Normal Discharge

fxMeasured Unsteady FlowGo

List of variables in Streamflow Measurement formulas

fx Measured Unsteady Flow Go

fx Velocity of Flood Wave Go

fx Channel Slope Go

fx Rate of Change of Stage Go

FAQ

What is the Normal Discharge?

The normal discharge at a given stage under steady uniform flow. Normal Discharge is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Normal Discharge is always positive.

Can the Normal Discharge be negative?

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

What unit is used to measure Normal Discharge?

Normal 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 Normal Discharge can be measured.

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