Question: A USBR - type energy dissipator will be constructed downstream of a free overfall spillway with a crest length of 4 m . The Design

A USBR-type energy dissipator will be constructed downstream of a free overfall spillway with a crest length of 4m. The Design discharge is 14.4m3sec, and the jump height is 1.98m.
a) Select the appropriate type of stilling basin.
b) Find the dimensions of the stilling basin.
c) Find the position of the Baffle blocks (if any)
d) Find the spacing and dimensions of blocks and end sill
e) Find the number of blocks
f) Find the spaces and width of blocks after the correction.
g) Draw a sectional side view to illustrate all concluded dimensions.
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A USBR - type energy dissipator will be

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