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    Estimated Pressure for Water Distribution Pipeline

    Hmm. In hydraulic fracturing practices, they source water very similar to example explained. Their pipe sizes run from 8 to 12" HDPE pipe. Given the range of 8", 10", 12" pipe with needing the ability to pump up to 4,200gpm, I know it can be done. Yes, their methods may not be the most...
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    Estimated Pressure for Water Distribution Pipeline

    Let me provide an example: There's two ponds located in a hilly region, represented by "Pond A" and "Pond B". Pond A sits at an elevation of 4,800ft. above sea level, with a depth of 30ft, holding approx. 1 million gallons of water. Pond B's water supply has been deminished and would need to...
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    Estimated Pressure for Water Distribution Pipeline

    Hello All, I'm here with the start of a couple projects involving the distribution of water across land via pipeline. Before I start, I need to find the estimated pressure the line will have on it to determine the type of pipe to use for my project. Ideally, i'd like to come up with a formula...

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