Flood-Control Outlet Structures for Tuttle Creek Dam, Big Blue River, Kansas: Hydraulic Model Investigation
Abstract
The hydraulic characteristics of the flood-control outlet structures for Tuttle Creek Dam were studied in a 1:25-scale model. The outlet structures comprised an intake, twin conduits, and twin stilling basins. Special attention was given to the control gates in the intake, which are to have upstream seals, and to the stilling basin. Tests also were directed toward determining hydraulic benefits of a transition from the horseshoe shape to a rectangular shape at the downstream end of the conduits. Model tests demonstrated the adequacy of the design of the intake structure and intake transition, and indicated that the gate with upstream seals would operate satisfactorily. While the use of a transition to a rectangular shape at the conduit outlet improved flow conditions, the degree of improvement was not considered sufficient to justify the increased cost of construction.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1954
- Accession Number
- ADA637617