Table 2 Summary of estimated discharge at three downstream sites
From: Lemthang Tsho glacial Lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Bhutan: cause and impact
Site | Name | Width (m) | Average depth (m) | Average boulder diameter (mm) | Velocity (m/s) | Discharge (m3/s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Near confluence (5.5 km downstream) | 45.7 | 3.15 | 2880 | 8.71–10.85 | 1253.79–1562.20 |
2 | Laya (9 km downstream) | 25 | 3.2 | 1190 | 5.66–6.98 | 453.06–558.05 |
3 | Laya (9.5 km downstream) | 25 | 3.8 | 730 | 4.46–5.45 | 424.07–519.04 |