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An analysis of mesh sizes required for screening fishes at water intakes

Journal Article · · Estuaries; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2307/1352161· OSTI ID:5632790
Twenth-four species of marine and freshwater fish were examined to determine mesh size requirements for fish screens placed at water intakes. Curves relating fish length to the mesh size requirements are given for these species and a model for predicting mesh size requirements as a function of fish shape and size is presented. This is of superior accuracy in general application to a previous model given by Bell (1973) and appears to hold good for a wide range of fish species. Its practical application is discussed.
Research Organization:
Marine Biological Lab., Fawley, United Kingdom
OSTI ID:
5632790
Journal Information:
Estuaries; (United States), Journal Name: Estuaries; (United States) Vol. 4:4; ISSN ESTUD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English