John Lloyd P.

De Vera December 15, 2020

BCE 313 (4691)

Let’s Check
1. The methods of estimating high flood discharge are: A and B
a. by applying PMP on the design unit hydrograph for the basin.
b. By empirical formulae developed for the regions
c. By applying rational formula
d. By flood frequency studies
e. By stochastic methods.
f. From the percent flood risk that can be allowed in the project.

2. The methods of mitigating floods are: C, D, and E

a. by construction of reservoirs across tributaries
b. by construction of a large reservoir across the main stream
c. by construction of a retarding basin across a large river with a tributary joining the river
downstream
d. by construction of levees, flood banks and dykes
e. by channel improvement
f. by land management
g. by temporary evacuation of low-lying areas and flood warnings