3.1.2 - Spillways and Energy Dissipators
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What is a spillway?
💡 Hint: Think of how water passes in a controlled manner.
What does energy dissipation refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how we make a fast flow slower.
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What is the primary purpose of a spillway?
💡 Hint: Think about how dams manage water levels.
True or False: Energy dissipators are not necessary for spillway design.
💡 Hint: Consider safety for people and nature.
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Consider a reservoir with a peak discharge estimate of 500 m³/s. Design a simple spillway that can handle this discharge. Discuss the features you would include.
💡 Hint: Think about flow area and safety features.
If erosion occurs 100m downstream of a spillway due to high-velocity water, analyze potential design changes to mitigate this issue.
💡 Hint: Consider how to slow down the water effectively.
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