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Water reservoir design calculation determines the required storage capacity for water supply systems. It ensures adequate water availability during peak demand periods and emergency situations.
The calculator uses the reservoir volume formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the total storage capacity needed by multiplying the daily water demand by the number of days the reservoir should supply water without replenishment.
Details: Proper reservoir sizing is essential for reliable water supply, emergency preparedness, managing seasonal variations, and ensuring system resilience during maintenance or supply interruptions.
Tips: Enter water demand in cubic meters per day and retention time in days. Both values must be positive numbers. Consider peak demand and safety factors in real-world applications.
Q1: What factors affect water demand calculations?
A: Population size, consumption patterns, industrial needs, seasonal variations, and future growth projections all influence water demand calculations.
Q2: How is retention time determined?
A: Retention time depends on supply reliability, treatment plant capacity, emergency requirements, and regulatory guidelines, typically ranging from 1-3 days.
Q3: Should safety factors be applied to the calculated volume?
A: Yes, most engineering designs include safety factors (typically 10-20%) to account for uncertainties, emergency situations, and future demand increases.
Q4: What are common reservoir types?
A: Common types include ground-level tanks, elevated tanks, underground reservoirs, and natural or artificial impoundments, each with different design considerations.
Q5: How does climate affect reservoir design?
A: Climate influences evaporation rates, rainfall patterns, freezing considerations, and seasonal demand variations, all of which impact reservoir sizing and design.