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When water flows over a sharp crest, it follows a specific parabolic trajectory. If the downstream face of the spillway is shaped exactly like the underside of this falling jet, the water glides smoothly over the concrete surface without detaching. This is crucial. If the water separates from the surface, it creates a vacuum or low-pressure zone. This phenomenon, known as cavitation, can lead to the formation of vapor bubbles that collapse with tremendous force, effectively eating away the concrete surface over time—a process called cavitation damage. Ogee Spillway Design.xls
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Ogee spillway design spreadsheets calculate critical parameters—including design head, discharge, and crest profile coordinates—based on established USBR and USACE standards to ensure safe hydraulic performance. Key components include calculating effective length to account for contractions and determining the downstream profile using power law equations, often requiring tools like the Maryland Department of the Environment’s SPILLWAY.XLS. Access a practical template at ResearchGate . (PDF) Ogee Spillway Profile: Spreadsheet - ResearchGate This is crucial