Name:

Stream Velocity Description

Description:

A reference list containing codes that describe the vertically flow distribution within the cross-section. That is, whether the vertical distribution of flow within the cross-section is mostly turbulent or smooth.

Authority:

United States Geological Survey, Surface Water User Group

Reference List

Code Sort Order Valid Flag Name Description
UNSP 1 true Unspecified The velocity variation during the discharge measurement was not specified.
STDY 2 true Steady The velocity was steady during the discharge measurement.
PULS 3 true Pulsating The velocity was pulsating during the discharge measurement.