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South Delta Gates and Barriers. Some Slides borrowed from Mark Holderman. Temporary Barriers. Rock Barriers are installed seasonally on as needed basis Combination of weir/culverts (with flap gates) Objective: To protect water levels in South Delta and offset the effects of pumps.
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South Delta Gatesand Barriers Some Slides borrowed from Mark Holderman
Temporary Barriers Rock Barriers are installed seasonally on as needed basis Combination of weir/culverts (with flap gates) Objective: To protect water levels in South Delta and offset the effects of pumps
SDIP Permanent Gates • Bottom Hinged • Provide more flexibility than temp. barriers • Objective: To protect water levels and water quality by creating better circulation in South Delta
Modified Plan C Basic ConceptOperate Ag Barriers to Protect Water Levels and Improve Water Quality (on a as needed basis) • The number of barriers operated depends on the hydrology • All ag barriers fully open during flood tide • Middle River and Old River Barriers are fully closed during ebb tide (When they are operated) • Grant Line Canal Barrier only partially open during ebb-tide to prevent water level problems
Plan C Barrier OperationLow SJR Flows (<2500 cfs) or HOR Operating • Middle and Old River barriers closed during ebb tide • GLC Barrier partially open during ebb tide
Plan C Barrier Operation Intermediate SJR Flows (2500<SJR<4000cfs) & HOR Open • Old River barrier closed during ebb tide • GLC Barrier partially open during ebb tide
Plan C Barrier Operation High SJR Flows (4000<SJR<8000cfs) and HOR Open • GLC Barrier partially open during ebb tide
Plan C Barrier Operation Very High SJR Flows (>8000 cfs) and HOR Open • No need to operate any Ag barriers