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.
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 |