The counterweight pivot gate shown in Fig. 2.85 controls the flow from a tank. The gate is rectangular and is 3 m x 2 m. Determine the value of the counterweight W such that the upstream water can be...

The counterweight pivot gate shown in Fig. 2.85 controls the flow from a tank. The gate is rectangular and is 3 m x 2 m. Determine the value of the counterweight W such that the upstream water can be 1.5 m deep. Fig. 2.85 Problem 2.27


Extracted text: The counterweight pivot gate shown in Fig. 2.85 controls the flow from a tank. The gate is rectangular and is 3 m x 2 m. Determine the value of the counterweight W such that the upstream water can be 1.5 m deep. 1.50 m Pivot Fig. 2.85 Problem 2.27 -0.6 m- 2.0 m-