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Types of Canal Outlets (With Design and Diagram)

Canal outlets are of the following three types: 1. Non-Modular Outlets 2. Semi-Modular Outlets 3. Modular Outlets. Type # 1. Non-Modular Outlets: In non-modular canal outlets, discharge capacity depends on the difference of water levels in the distributary and the watercourse. The discharge through non- modular outlets fluctuates over a wide range with variations in the water levels of either [...]

By Avantika N|2016-12-23T06:15:49+00:00December 23, 2016|Canals|Comments Off

Main Types of Cisterns | Canal Fall

This article throws light upon the four main types of cisterns. The types are: 1. Vertical Impact Cisterns 2. Horizontal Impact Cisterns 3. Inclined Impact Cisterns 4. No Impact Cisterns. Type # 1. Vertical Impact Cisterns: In these cisterns (Fig. 7.3), there is impact of a stream of water falling freely. The path of such a stream is, obviously, parabolic. [...]

By Avantika N|2016-12-23T06:18:25+00:00December 23, 2016|Canals|Comments Off