Peak discharge
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-002005
The maximum rate of water flow in a river or stream during a specific period, such as a flood event. This measurement indicates the highest volume of water passing a given point per unit of time. It is typically expressed in cubic meters per second or cubic feet per second.
In hydrologic terms, the rate of discharge of a volume of water passing a given location
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-002005 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"The maximum rate of water flow in a river or stream during a specific period, such as a flood event. This measurement indicates the highest volume of water passing a given point per unit of time. It is typically expressed in cubic meters per second or cubic feet per second.",
"In hydrologic terms, the rate of discharge of a volume of water passing a given location"
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