question on modeling
question on modeling
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I had other question regarding modeling. Why do people set up up a 'reach' in Hydro CAD setup as a 'total flow', whats the purposed of it? Was it try to cheat it on archieving flow has been reduce?
thanks.
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RE: question on modeling
Peter Smart
HydroCAD Software
www.hydrocad.net
RE: question on modeling
RE: question on modeling
Peter Smart
HydroCAD Software
www.hydrocad.net
RE: question on modeling
I think that I understand the situation. This is more of a policy question than a Hydrocad technical question. But I will comment anyway.
The two study points drain to different receiving waters, and the report seeks to quantify the total site runoff to the two different discharge points. In my opinion, routing them both to the same reach is not appropriate since the peaks can be offset. In this situation, I prefer to sum the two peaks numerically. This does not necessarily reflect reality , but at least it provides for a maximum possible peak discharge leaving the site (like a forced coincident peaking)
I must add that only do this when it is appropriate and it is understood by all parties involved what we are trying to achieve with the modeling. I would be interested in any input on this that others may have.
RE: question on modeling