Peak Flow
Peak Flow
High flow statistics (or peak flows) are estimates of the highest flow event in a stream or river that would be expected to occur over some period of record.
Both low flow and high flow statistics are often expressed in terms of their averaging period (for example a 4-day average flow, or a 7-day average flow) and their recurrence frequency (for example once in 10-years on average).
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Estimating Peak Streamflow Per Square Mile in Virginia’s Urban Basins
Understanding and anticipating high-flow and peak-flow conditions in Virginia streams is essential to human safety and sound management of our water resources and associated riparian and watershed ecosystems.
Peak-Flow Characteristics of Virginia Streams
Economic growth and the development, management, and protection of Virginia’s natural resources require anticipating peak stream flows and changes in peak stream flows over time. Extensive hydraulic analysis and smart design are needed to limit the environmental impacts of buildings, pavements, highways, and bridges. Effective design and placement of structures built near streams and on flood...