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Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator

Easily calculate and compute rectangular sharp-crested weir open-channel flow calculator with accurate equations, live formulas, and expert guidance.

Calculated Result
8.65 CFS (cu ft/s)

Open Channel Flow Discharge

Open Channel Flow Discharge

8.65 CFS (cu ft/s)

Discharge Rate Cfs

8.65

Discharge Rate Gpm

3883

8.65 — CFS (cu ft/s)

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Applied FormulaUses the hydraulic Francis Weir equation to estimate storm runoff and irrigation canal discharge rates over rectangular overflow barriers.Q = 3.33 L H^{3/2}

Weir Discharge Metric Output

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

Calculated Value
0.02.24.36.58.7Open Channel Flow Discharge

What Is the Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator?

This tool computes rectangular sharp-crested weir open-channel flow calculator with high precision arithmetic.

How Does the Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator Work?

Uses the hydraulic Francis Weir equation to estimate storm runoff and irrigation canal discharge rates over rectangular overflow barriers.

Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

Q=3.33LH3/2Q = 3.33 L H^{3/2}

Uses the hydraulic Francis Weir equation to estimate storm runoff and irrigation canal discharge rates over rectangular overflow barriers.

How to Use the Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator

  1. Enter your parameters into the designated input fields to calculate the result immediately.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

Rectangular Sharp-Crested Weir Open-Channel Flow Calculator Example

Input Values:

weirCrestLengthFt:4
headAboveCrestFt:0.75
Worked Steps: Sample evaluation based on standard reference conditions.

Understanding Your Result

The calculated primary figure indicates the optimal or required CFS (cu ft/s).

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Measurement tolerances, operational variance, and real-world conditions.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Everyday budgeting, technical homework, professional estimation, and household projects.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Assumes standard atmospheric or environmental parameters unless specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

Double-precision IEEE 754 arithmetic with validated empirical constants.

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