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The author would like to thank Mr. N. Bazgir, deputy of Dam Development and Operation and Mr. M.R. Shamsaie, the managing director of Khuzestan Water and Power Authority (KWPA) for their support and permission for publishing this article. Mrs. Roya Ghilav (KWPA) is also appreciated for reviewing the original manuscript.

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