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Generalized flood-frequency estimates for urban areas in Missouri

January 1, 1971

A method is presented for estimating flood-frequency information for urban areas in Missouri. Flood-frequency relations are presented which provide an estimate of the flood-peak discharge for floods with recurrence intervals from 2.33 to 100 years for basins with various degrees of existing or projected urban development. Drainage area sizes for which the relations are applicable range from 0.1 to 50 square miles.


These generalized relations will be useful to the urban planner and designer until more comprehensive studies are completed for the individual urban areas within the State. The relations will also be of use in the definition of flood-hazard areas in Missouri.

Publication Year 1971
Title Generalized flood-frequency estimates for urban areas in Missouri
DOI 10.3133/ofr71116
Authors Ector Eugene Gann
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Open-File Report
Series Number 71-116
Index ID ofr71116
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
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