ISO 3847:1977

Liquid flow measurement in open channels by weirs and flumes — End-depth method for estimation of flow in rectangular channels with a free overfall ISO 3847:1977

Publication date:   Jun 1, 1977

Scope

Specifies a method for the estimation of sub-critical flow of clear water in smooth, straight, rectangular prismatic open channels with a vertical drop and discharging freely. Using the measured depth at the end, the flow in rectangular channels (horizontal or sloping) with confined nappe and unconfined nappe may be estimated.