Water Surface Profile Calculations

Calculate the water surface profile through Zones 1 and 3 using the (see Chapter 7) with consideration of expansion and contraction losses. The table 9-1 below provides recommended loss coefficients.
Table 9-1: Recommended Loss Coefficients for Bridges
Transition Type
Contraction (K
c
)
Expansion (K
e
)
No losses computed
0.0
0.0
Gradual transition
0.1
0.3
Typical bridge
0.3
0.5
Severe transition
0.6
0.8