Horizontal Equivalent

The horizontal distance between two points on two consecutive contour lines for a given slope is known as horizontal equivalent. For example, in Figure 17.1 (b) having contour interval 10m, the horizontal equivalent in a slope of 1 in 5 would be 50 m. Thus, horizontal equivalent depends upon the slope of the ground and required grade for construction of a road, canal and contour interval.

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