Normal water surface elevation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001883",
  "term": "Normal water surface elevation",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "term_source": "Normal Water Surface Elevation",
  "definition": "In hydrologic terms, the lowest crest level of overflow on a reservoir with a fixed overflow level (spillway crest elevation). For a reservoir whose\noutflow is controlled wholly or partly by movable gates, siphons, or other means, it is the maximum level to which water may rise\nunder normal operating conditions, exclusive of any provision for flood surcharge.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/normal-water-surface-elevation/"
}