What are the key considerations in selecting a site for a diversion headwork?
When selecting a location for diversion headworks, the following elements are crucial:
Water Availability: Ensure that there is a steady, adequate supply of water while accounting for seasonal variations in the time of Irrigation.
Topography & Soil structure: Pick a land with suitable topography and stable rock or soil conditions.
Sedimentation & Erosion: Assess the amount of silt and the risks of erosion; if required, implement control measures.
Environmental Impact: Evaluate the situation and take action, such as erecting fish ladders, to minimize the negative effects on neighboring ecosystems and species.
Regulatory Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and obtain the necessary authorization.
Economic Factors: Consider building and maintenance expenses to ensure financial viability.
Describe the typical construction materials used for an earth-fill dam and their properties.
Write a short note on Furrow Irrigation.
What is Watershed in Irrigation Engineering?
What is flood routing and why is it important?
What is flange beam?
What is reinforced concrete?
How does sediment accumulation affect the performance of headworks?
What is Kennedy’s theory of critical velocity and how is it applied?
