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Download Solution PDFAs per the Dicken’s formula Qp = C.M3/4 for the calculation of peak drainage discharge, the term ‘M’ represents:
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Download Solution PDFExplanation:
Dicken’s Method
It was adopted for Northern India.
where
QP = Peak discharge in m3/s.
A = Area in km2.
CD = coefficient applicable in the region.
Additional Information
Different empirical method for determining flood discharge are as follows:
Ryve’s Method
This formula is used only in Southern India.
Jarvi’s Method
This formula is applicable for Eastern India.
Inglis Method
This formula is used only in Maharashtra. Here three different cases are taken into consideration.
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