Multiple choice

A spillway discharges flood flow at a rate of 9 m3/s per metre width. If the depth of flow on the horizontal apron at the toe of the spillway is 46 cm, the tail water depth needed to form a hydraulic jump is approximately given by which of the following options?

  1. 2.54 m

  2. 4.90 m

  3. 5.77 m

  4. 6.23 m
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C Correct answer
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