Storm Surge on the Open Coast: Fundamentals and Simplified Prediction
A quasi-two-dimensional numerical model for open-coast storm-surge computations is discussed from the standpoint of underlying assumptions, range of validity, calibration, and application. While it is possible to make computations manually, electronic digital calculations are generally preferred. Elementary aspects of hurricanes and the physical factors of storm-generation processes are discussed. The basic hydrodynamic equations are given, together with the assumptions generally made in their development. The equations consistent with the model are reduced forms of the basic equations in which several terms have been neglected. These omissions are indicated, and their effects on the resulting numerical scheme are discussed. The use of design hurricanes for engineering studies is treated. Effects of astronomical tide, initial water level, and atmospheric-pressure setup are considered. A problem is solved for the Chesapeake Bay Entrance by computer and manually. The computer program used is listed. (Author)
Print Book, English, MAY 1971
Defense Technical Information Center, Ft. Belvoir, MAY 1971
65 pages
227636701
Errata sheet inserted