Plunge Basin Examples
From ASDSO Dam Safety Toolbox
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:
Revision ID: 1577
Revision Date: 06/27/2022