Practice mode Water Management

What is the usual permissible velocity of water flowing through a concrete-lined tunnel?

Correct answer B. 4 – 5m/sec

Explanation

Concrete lining resists scour, so it allows a fairly high velocity of about 4 to 5 m/s, balancing smaller tunnel size against erosion and head loss.

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