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Model for reservoir operations during periods of high flow

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A combined dynamic programming optimization and hydraulic simulation model is presented for the analysis of the operation of hydroelectric reservoir facilities during periods of flood flows. The model is specifically designed to analyze the impacts of reservoir operations on upstream flooding and to consider complex reservoir outlet works. The model was applied to analyze the design and operational strategies for the Visegrad Hydroelectric Project in Yugoslavia. Results of the analysis indicated that the most economical means of flood protection for upstream areas was a combination of flood protection structures and a lowering of the reservoir storage level in anticipation of flood flows.

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  1. Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Split, 58000 Split, V. Maslese bb, Yugoslavia

    Jure Margeta

  2. Department of Civil Engineering, Colorado State University, 80523, Fort Collins, CO, USA

    Darrell G. Fontane

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Margeta, J., Fontane, D.G. Model for reservoir operations during periods of high flow. Water Resour Manage 3, 91–106 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00872466

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