1. Determine the direct runoff hydrograph by separating the baseflow. 2. Derive the unit hydrograph (for 1 centimeter of direct runoff) for the 3-hr rainfall.
1. Determine the direct runoff hydrograph by separating the baseflow. 2. Derive the unit hydrograph (for 1 centimeter of direct runoff) for the 3-hr rainfall.
Chapter2: Loads On Structures
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Given the following observed flows from a storm of
3-hr duration on a watershed with a drainage area of 10 sq. km.
Assume that the base flow at the end of the runoff period is
6.0 cubic meters per second.
TIME
Q
(hours)
(m³/s)
1
6.0
2
15
3
25
4
21
5
13
6
6.0
1. Determine the direct
runoff hydrograph by
separating the baseflow.
2. Derive the unit
hydrograph (for 1
centimeter of direct runoff)
for the 3-hr rainfall.
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