Q. What is the side slope of a Cipoletti weir?

A
1 horizontal to 2 vertical
B
2 horizontal to 1 vertical
C
4 horizontal to 1 vertical
D
1 horizontal to 4 vertical
Solution:

A standard Cipoletti weir is trapezoidal in shape. The crest and sides of the weir plate are placed far enough from the bottom and sides of the approach channel to produce full contraction. The sides incline outwardly at a slope of 1 horizontal to 4 vertical.

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