CFR > Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters > CHAPTER II—CORPS OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE > PART 239—WATER RESOURCES POLICIES AND AUTHORITIES: FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN COVERED FLOOD CONTROL CHANNELS > 239.5—Engineering considerations.

239.5—Engineering considerations.

Reports on proposals to provide covered channels shall include a discussion of the following matters.
(a) Impacts of sudden reduction in discharge and increased upstream channel stages when the channel entrance is submerged. This discussion shall include the effects resulting from the SPF.
(b) Dangers of rupture resulting from pressurization.
(c) Features provided to prevent human ingress and their impact on project functions.
(d) Effect of the cover on inspection and maintenance costs.
(e) Features provided for pressure release and air venting.
(f) Need for a storm warning system.
(g) Facilities provided to divert flows exceeding the design flow.