still well

still well

[′stil ′wel]

(meteorology)

A device, used in evaporation pan measurements, which provides an undisturbed water surface and support for the hook gage; the U.S. Weather Bureau model consists of a brass cylinder, 8 inches (20.32 centimeters) high and 3.5 inches (8.89 centimeters) in diameter, mounted over a hole in a triangular galvanized iron base which is provided with leveling screws.

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