ASTM-D5640 2003
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D5640-95(2003) Standard Guide for Selection of Weirs and Flumes for Open-Channel Flow Measurement of Water
| Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
| ASTM | 2003 | 7 |
ASTM D5640-95-Reapproved2003
Historical Standard: Standard Guide for Selection of Weirs and Flumes for Open-Channel Flow Measurement of Water
ASTM D5640
Scope
1.1 This guide covers recommendations for the selection of weirs and flumes for the measurement of the volumetric flow rate of water and wastewater in open channels under a variety of field conditions.
1.2 This guide emphasizes the weirs and flumes for which ASTM standards are available, namely, thin-plate weirs, broad-crested weirs, Parshall flumes, and Palmer-Bowlus (and other long-throated) flumes. However, reference is also made to other measurement devices and methods that may be useful in specific situations.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
flumes; open-channel flow; water discharge; weirs
ICS Code
ICS Number Code n/a
DOI: 10.1520/D5640-95R03
PDF Catalog
| PDF Pages | PDF Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Scope Referenced Documents Terminology |
| 2 | Significance and Use Weirs and Flumes FIG. 1 |
| 3 | Selection Criteria FIG. 2 FIG. 3 |
| 4 | FIG. 4 |
| 5 | FIG. 5 |
| 6 | TABLE 1 FIG. 6 |
| 7 | Secondary System Keywords REFERENCES |
