Dead-End Channel Flushing in Harbors
Abstract
The purpose of this technical note is to present some design considerations which benefit dead-end channel flushing. Some of these factors can also be used to improve flushing in existing harbors. Flushing uses the natural energy sources available to remove pollutants and suspended sediments from a waterbody. Construction of dead-end channels should be avoided if possible because they have only one boundary open to flow, thus flushing is limited to this single opening. If it is necessary to build a dead-end channel or deal with an existing dead-end channel, it is crucial to utilize the energy available for efficient flushing. Energy losses(such as losses due to roughness elements, bends, changes in cross-sectionalarea, canal size, and water velocity) should be avoided unless they createmixing which aids in flushing.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- AD1003873
Entities
People
- Mary A. Cialone
Organizations
- United States Army