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Article | REF: C5550 V2

Inland Waterways

Author: Jean-Louis MATHURIN

Publication date: May 10, 2020

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3. Waterway structures

3.1 Channel development

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3.1.1 Cross-section

It is determined on the basis of the master torque (maximum cross-sectional area of the hull) of the boats to be used.

The minimum depth must reserve a certain distance below the low point of fully loaded boats. This is the pilot's foot and should be around 0.50 m.

The width must allow two boats to pass each other without risk of collision (figure 7...

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