Above-ground pipeline on steep slope

[brianc702]

Has anyone designed a water distribution line (steel or ductile iron) that was installed above ground, either at grade or on pipe supports, on a steep slope (approx. 2:1)? I'm looking for design details, and a contact at a west coast (USA) water agency that has this type of pipeline in their system. Thanks!

 

[flamby]

In hydropower business we call such pipes penstocks. Check with USBR, they are likely to have some publication on Surface Penstocks.

Ciao.