Debris Control at Hydraulic Structures in Selected Areas of the United States and Europe

Abstract

Floating debris obstruction is a problem at many run of river structures including navigation locks, hydroelectric and thermal electric power plants and dam spillways. Previous research suggests a sound understanding of debris sources would aid with developing more cost effective debris control methods. This report reviews current debris management technologies employed at various run of river structures in Europe and the United States of America. The information reported has been obtained through field visits and from discussions with engineers and plant operators. Relevant published research work on debris control mechanisms, including trash rack design problems, raking equipment, and spillway design is also reviewed. The control technologies are summarized and state of the art design procedures and best practice management recommendations for debris control are outlined for each class of structure that may experience debris related problems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1997
Accession Number
ADA344144

Entities

People

  • C. R. Thorne
  • N. Watterstein
  • S. R. Abt

Organizations

  • University of Nottingham

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Civil Engineering
  • Climate Change
  • Drainage Basins
  • Electric Power
  • Electric Power Plants
  • Engineers
  • Environment
  • Flood Control
  • Fluids
  • Forests
  • Geography
  • Military Research
  • Navigation
  • Reaction Water Turbines
  • Standards
  • United States
  • Waterways

Readers

  • Environmental Engineering.
  • European Security and Defence Policy (ESDP).
  • Riverine Ecology