The conditions being different for each of the various surface-water sources, different types of intakes are used for each of these. The various types of intakes that are commonly used are therefore classified according to the surface-water sources for which these are used as: 1. Canal Intakes 2. Reservoir Intakes 3. River Intakes 4. Lake Intakes. 1. Canal Intakes: A [...]
In this article we will discuss about the determination of reservoir capacity with the help of hydrograph and mass-curve. Determination of Reservoir Capacity with the Help of Hydrograph: This method is not common in determining the capacity of the reservoir to be constructed. In the method the stream flow data at the site of the reservoir arc determined. In case [...]
In this article we will discuss about the suitability of surface water with regard to quantity and quality. Rainfall directly affects the quantity of surface water. As the rainfall is not uniform throughout the year, the quantity of surface water also has large variations. The discharge in rivers and streams remains maximum in rainy season and minimum in summer. If [...]