Practice mode Water Management

The useful life of a reservoir is usually considered over when its gross storage has fallen by what fraction of the design capacity?

Correct answer D. 80%

Explanation

Once sediment has filled about 80% of the design storage, a reservoir can no longer meet its purpose reliably, so its useful life is considered ended.

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