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5. Use the Rational Method to estimate the peak discharge for the various combinations of storm and basin characteristics given in Table 5. (8 marks)
TABLE 5: Estimated peak discharges for combinations of basin and storm characteristics
Basin Area | Land Use and Soil | Storm Intensity | |
0.75 mm/hr | 1.4 mm/hr | ||
0.45 km2 | Cultivated, sandy soil | ||
0.45 km2 | Pasture, sandy soil | ||
0.45 km2 | Pasture, clay soil | ||
0.45 km2 | Cultivated, clay soil |
6a. Referring to question 5, what effect does soil type have on discharge? Explain. (2 marks)
6b. What effect does cultivation have on discharge? Explain. (3 marks)
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Fundamentals of Hydraulic Engineering Systems
ISBN: 978-0136016380
4th edition
Authors: Robert J. Houghtalen, A. Osman H. Akan, Ned H. C. Hwang
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