Rating curve

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008413",
  "term": "Rating curve",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A graphical relationship between the stage (water level) of a river or stream and its corresponding discharge (volume of water flowing per unit time). This curve is developed by taking simultaneous measurements of stage and discharge over a range of flow conditions. It is used to estimate discharge from continuous stage measurements at a gauging station.",
  "see_also": [
    "loop rating",
    "gauge relation"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/rating-curve/"
}