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Wetted Perimeter is defined as the surface of the channel bottom and sides in direct contact with the aqueous body. Check FAQs
P=((1n)(A53K))32
P - Wetted Perimeter?n - Manning’s Roughness Coefficient?A - Cross-Sectional Area?K - Conveyance Function?

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83.3628Edit=((10.412Edit)(12Edit538Edit))32
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Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
P=((1n)(A53K))32
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
P=((10.412)(12538))32
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
P=((10.412)(12538))32
Next Step Evaluate
P=83.3628033100679m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
P=83.3628m

Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law Formula Elements

Variables
Wetted Perimeter
Wetted Perimeter is defined as the surface of the channel bottom and sides in direct contact with the aqueous body.
Symbol: P
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Manning’s Roughness Coefficient
Manning’s Roughness Coefficient represents the roughness or friction applied to the flow by the channel.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Cross-Sectional Area
Cross-Sectional Area is the area of a two-dimensional shape that is obtained when a three-dimensional shape is sliced perpendicular to some specified axis at a point.
Symbol: A
Measurement: AreaUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Conveyance Function
Conveyance Function on stage at a section may be determined empirically or by a standard friction law.
Symbol: K
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Wetted Perimeter

​Go Wetted Perimeter using Chezy's Law
P=(C(A32K))2

Other formulas in Intermediate and High Flows category

​Go Conveyance Function Determined by Manning's Law
K=(1n)(A)53(P)23
​Go Cross-sectional Area using Manning's Law
A=(KnP23)35
​Go Friction Slope
Sf=Qinstant2K2
​Go Instantaneous Discharge given Friction Slope
Qinstant=SfK2

How to Evaluate Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law?

Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law evaluator uses Wetted Perimeter = ((1/Manning’s Roughness Coefficient)*(Cross-Sectional Area^(5/3)/Conveyance Function))^(3/2) to evaluate the Wetted Perimeter, The Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law formula is an empirical equation describing the relationship between the velocity in a conduit and the channel geometry, slope, and friction coefficient expressed as a Manning n. Wetted Perimeter is denoted by P symbol.

How to evaluate Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law, enter Manning’s Roughness Coefficient (n), Cross-Sectional Area (A) & Conveyance Function (K) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law

What is the formula to find Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law?
The formula of Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law is expressed as Wetted Perimeter = ((1/Manning’s Roughness Coefficient)*(Cross-Sectional Area^(5/3)/Conveyance Function))^(3/2). Here is an example- 83.3628 = ((1/0.412)*(12^(5/3)/8))^(3/2).
How to calculate Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law?
With Manning’s Roughness Coefficient (n), Cross-Sectional Area (A) & Conveyance Function (K) we can find Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law using the formula - Wetted Perimeter = ((1/Manning’s Roughness Coefficient)*(Cross-Sectional Area^(5/3)/Conveyance Function))^(3/2).
What are the other ways to Calculate Wetted Perimeter?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Wetted Perimeter-
  • Wetted Perimeter=(Chézy’s Coefficients*(Cross-Sectional Area^(3/2)/Conveyance Function))^2OpenImg
Can the Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law be negative?
No, the Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law?
Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Wetted Perimeter from Manning's Law can be measured.
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