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3.0   Information Requirements for Evaluation of Intake Screens

Information, that should be provided to facilitate evaluation of an end-of-pipe intake screen design intended for fish protection during a freshwater withdrawal, is highlighted below. Types of information requirements that may also be applicable to the water intake project as a whole are identified in Appendix A.

  • fish presence, species, and possible fish size or fish habitat conditions at the project site
  • rate or ranges of rates of withdrawal from the watercourse
  • screen open and effective areas
  • physical screen open parameters with respect to the intake and the watercourse
  • screen material, method of installation and supporting structures
  • screen maintenance, cleaning or other special requirements

 


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