In this article we will discuss about the longitudinal section of canals, with the help of suitable diagrams. The longitudinal slope of a canal therefore is also known or is adopted with reference to the available country slope. However, the slope of canal bed would generally be constant along certain distances, whereas the local ground […]
Longitudinal Section of Canals (With Diagram) | Irrigation | Agriculture
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Layout of Canal Headwork (With Diagram) | Canals | Irrigation Engineering
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In this article we will discuss about the layout of canal headwork with the help of diagrams. 1. Parts of a Weir: It is very essential to know various parts of a weir before actually designing the weir. Fig. 15.6 gives common parts of a weir structure. Generally weirs consist of the following parts: 1. […]
Canal Headwork: Functions and Location | Canals | Irrigation Engineering
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In this article we will discuss about the functions and location for canal headwork. Functions of Canal Headwork: A canal headwork is an assemblage of various hydraulic structures. They are constructed at the head of a canal at the point of take-off. The object of a canal headwork is to divert clear water in the […]