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Latest revision as of 16:56, 27 June 2022
When the erosion anticipated downstream of the outlet works is minimal and/or manageable, a plunge basin (pool) is commonly used as the energy dissipator. Plunge basins may be lined or unlined. The discharge into the basin may come from a free outlet or from a valve. The following pictures are examples of plunge basins:
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Revision Date: 06/27/2022