This article is about penile erection. For the similar arousal in females, see clitoral erection. For other uses, see Erection (disambiguation). An erection (clinically: penile erection or penile tumescence) is a physiological phenomenon in which the penis becomes firmer, engorged and enlarged.
The obstacles in the menâs steeplechase are 914 millimetres (36.0 inches) high. In the womenâs steeplechase, the obstacles are 762 millimetres high (30.0 inches). The water jump consists of a barrier followed by a pit of water. The landing area for the pit of water is 3.66 metres (12.0 ft) by 0.70 metres (2.3 ft). At its deepest point, the slope goes down to a depth of 700mm (28 inches).
The standards for rise, run and tread width vary slightly from area to area. You should find out what is acceptable in your area. Rise is usually 8 inches maximum, and runs are typically 9 to 11 inches minimum. The tread width is usually one inch more than the run.In some areas, this is called tread depth; in others it is head width. This is accomplished by adding a one-inch nosing to the tread.Problems with rise, run, tread width, uniformity and slope may be caused by. the way it was built. settlement or heaving. Stairs that have settled or heaved may have a slope.ise is usually 8 inches maximum, and runs are typically 9 to 11 inches minimum. The tread width is usually one inch more than the run. In some areas, this is called tread depth; in others it is head width.