Orange County is developing a dynamic needs assessment tool to help prioritize water quality projects for its 600+ lakes. The tool will use a GIS-based system to track current and future pollutant loads and reduction needs based on changing parameters. It will evaluate potential projects, generate needs assessments, and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements like TMDLs and nutrient criteria. The tool aims to standardize calculations, rapidly assess scenarios, rank projects, and produce customizable reports to help the county efficiently manage its lake water quality program.
Vanessa Haverd_Multiple observation types reduce uncertainty in Australia's t...TERN Australia
The document summarizes the carbon budget of Australia from 1990-2011. It finds that Australia's net biosphere production of 36 ± 35 TgC/year offsets 38% of fossil fuel emissions of 95 ± 6 TgC/year. Gross fire emissions account for 6% of net primary production. Land use change emissions are similar to net fire emissions and account for 1% of net primary production. Fossil fuel exports are approximately 1.5-2.5 times greater than territorial fossil fuel emissions. The interannual variability in net ecosystem production exceeds Australia's total carbon emissions from fossil fuels.
[Geog_3080_Assignment 4]Terrain Mapping Report_Richmond Ho Shing Yu (T00017284)Richmond Ho Shing Yu
This document is a terrain mapping report for an academic exercise conducted by Richmond Ho Shing Yu. The report summarizes Richmond's terrain mapping of the Valleyview area in Kamloops, BC from an aerial photo. Richmond conducted field surveys of two locations - Juniper Ridge and near the Valleyview arena. At these locations, Richmond observed materials such as till, colluvium, and glaciolacustrine deposits. Richmond also noted geomorphic processes including gullying, piping, and slopewash. Richmond then created a terrain stability map of the area using symbols to represent surface materials, landforms, and geological processes observed.
Modelling the Deposition of Pollutants on HabitatsIES / IAQM
Modelling the deposition of pollutants on habitats involves quantifying the deposition of sulfur and nitrogen compounds in the UK using concentration-based estimates. Measurements of pollutant concentrations are combined with meteorological data and land use information to calculate dry deposition fluxes and wet deposition. This allows mapping of deposition fields and exceedances of critical loads for acidity and eutrophication on habitats. While sulfur deposition was historically the main driver of acidification, nitrogen deposition currently exceeds critical loads over much of the UK, and reductions in deposition have been smaller than expected based on emissions inventories. This suggests emissions reductions may be overestimated or atmospheric chemistry changes are larger than anticipated.
The document discusses water resource management in the Sana'a Basin of Yemen. It describes the LIMES Project which aims to develop remote sensing applications to monitor water resources in water-scarce regions. It then provides details on the geo-scientific characteristics of the Sana'a Basin, including its climate, geology, hydrogeology, and rapid groundwater depletion. The document outlines the satellite data and other sources used to analyze land use, evapotranspiration, precipitation, effective rainfall, and net groundwater use for agriculture in the basin.
The Copernicus land monitoring service provides geographical information on land cover and on variables related, for instance, to the vegetation state or the water cycle. It supports applications in a variety of domains such as spatial planning, forest management, water management, agriculture and food security, etc.
The service became operational in 2012.
It consists of three main components:
◾A global component;
◾A Pan-European component;
◾A local component.
This document discusses using the PESERA model to analyze soil erosion in various locations:
1) In Portugal, the PESERA model results matched fieldwork showing low erosion in mature forests but higher erosion in areas disturbed by wildfires. Prescribed burning increased erosion slightly less than wildfires.
2) In Crete, Greece, PESERA results were comparable to measured erosion rates and reflected catchment conditions.
3) Data preparation for running PESERA in other locations, like Morocco and Russia, is discussed. Maps, soil data, and climate data were used as inputs to the model.
The document describes requirements for building and delivering an integrated carbon information system prototype. The system will measure and monitor carbon stocks and benefits of projects to assess impacts, promote best practices, and enable policy analysis. It will integrate measurement methods including ground sampling, remote sensing, and modeling to quantify carbon sequestration. The system aims to apply emerging technologies to accurately measure land use changes and provide environmental and carbon risk information for projects.
Reconciling greenhouse gas emissions from measurements and modelling in the l...icarb
1) Current greenhouse gas emission reporting methods provide simple estimates that may not accurately reflect actual emissions and do not help guide mitigation.
2) Process-based models can provide more detailed and accurate estimates of emissions by taking into account factors like soil type, temperature, fertilizer use and crop growth, which inter-annual reporting methods do not.
3) Improving emission estimates through measurement data, refined models and reporting approaches can help develop agricultural systems that reduce environmental impacts from greenhouse gas emissions.
Vanessa Haverd_Multiple observation types reduce uncertainty in Australia's t...TERN Australia
The document summarizes the carbon budget of Australia from 1990-2011. It finds that Australia's net biosphere production of 36 ± 35 TgC/year offsets 38% of fossil fuel emissions of 95 ± 6 TgC/year. Gross fire emissions account for 6% of net primary production. Land use change emissions are similar to net fire emissions and account for 1% of net primary production. Fossil fuel exports are approximately 1.5-2.5 times greater than territorial fossil fuel emissions. The interannual variability in net ecosystem production exceeds Australia's total carbon emissions from fossil fuels.
[Geog_3080_Assignment 4]Terrain Mapping Report_Richmond Ho Shing Yu (T00017284)Richmond Ho Shing Yu
This document is a terrain mapping report for an academic exercise conducted by Richmond Ho Shing Yu. The report summarizes Richmond's terrain mapping of the Valleyview area in Kamloops, BC from an aerial photo. Richmond conducted field surveys of two locations - Juniper Ridge and near the Valleyview arena. At these locations, Richmond observed materials such as till, colluvium, and glaciolacustrine deposits. Richmond also noted geomorphic processes including gullying, piping, and slopewash. Richmond then created a terrain stability map of the area using symbols to represent surface materials, landforms, and geological processes observed.
Modelling the Deposition of Pollutants on HabitatsIES / IAQM
Modelling the deposition of pollutants on habitats involves quantifying the deposition of sulfur and nitrogen compounds in the UK using concentration-based estimates. Measurements of pollutant concentrations are combined with meteorological data and land use information to calculate dry deposition fluxes and wet deposition. This allows mapping of deposition fields and exceedances of critical loads for acidity and eutrophication on habitats. While sulfur deposition was historically the main driver of acidification, nitrogen deposition currently exceeds critical loads over much of the UK, and reductions in deposition have been smaller than expected based on emissions inventories. This suggests emissions reductions may be overestimated or atmospheric chemistry changes are larger than anticipated.
The document discusses water resource management in the Sana'a Basin of Yemen. It describes the LIMES Project which aims to develop remote sensing applications to monitor water resources in water-scarce regions. It then provides details on the geo-scientific characteristics of the Sana'a Basin, including its climate, geology, hydrogeology, and rapid groundwater depletion. The document outlines the satellite data and other sources used to analyze land use, evapotranspiration, precipitation, effective rainfall, and net groundwater use for agriculture in the basin.
The Copernicus land monitoring service provides geographical information on land cover and on variables related, for instance, to the vegetation state or the water cycle. It supports applications in a variety of domains such as spatial planning, forest management, water management, agriculture and food security, etc.
The service became operational in 2012.
It consists of three main components:
◾A global component;
◾A Pan-European component;
◾A local component.
This document discusses using the PESERA model to analyze soil erosion in various locations:
1) In Portugal, the PESERA model results matched fieldwork showing low erosion in mature forests but higher erosion in areas disturbed by wildfires. Prescribed burning increased erosion slightly less than wildfires.
2) In Crete, Greece, PESERA results were comparable to measured erosion rates and reflected catchment conditions.
3) Data preparation for running PESERA in other locations, like Morocco and Russia, is discussed. Maps, soil data, and climate data were used as inputs to the model.
The document describes requirements for building and delivering an integrated carbon information system prototype. The system will measure and monitor carbon stocks and benefits of projects to assess impacts, promote best practices, and enable policy analysis. It will integrate measurement methods including ground sampling, remote sensing, and modeling to quantify carbon sequestration. The system aims to apply emerging technologies to accurately measure land use changes and provide environmental and carbon risk information for projects.
Reconciling greenhouse gas emissions from measurements and modelling in the l...icarb
1) Current greenhouse gas emission reporting methods provide simple estimates that may not accurately reflect actual emissions and do not help guide mitigation.
2) Process-based models can provide more detailed and accurate estimates of emissions by taking into account factors like soil type, temperature, fertilizer use and crop growth, which inter-annual reporting methods do not.
3) Improving emission estimates through measurement data, refined models and reporting approaches can help develop agricultural systems that reduce environmental impacts from greenhouse gas emissions.
A monopoly is a market structure dominated by a single seller that maintains its position through barriers to entry. The document discusses different types of monopolies including natural, geographic, government, and technological monopolies. It also discusses barriers to entry for monopolies such as economies of scale, legal barriers like patents and copyrights, licenses, franchises, and network externalities. The document notes monopolists will search their demand curve to find the price and output that maximizes profits and may engage in price discrimination by charging different prices to different consumers.
The document discusses opportunities for integrating solid waste conversion technologies with public works projects. It outlines CDM Smith's experience with waste-to-energy projects and emerging paradigms in sustainable waste management. These include considering waste as a renewable resource and implementing integrated waste and water management campus approaches. The presentation also reviews proven and emerging waste conversion technologies that can generate renewable fuels, electricity and other recyclable materials from municipal solid waste and organic wastes.
The document summarizes the City of Tampa's Utility Capital Improvement Projects (UCAP), a $110 million, five-year program to improve water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure through 25 individual projects. UCAP used a progressive design-build approach with a single program management team for flexibility, accountability, and cost savings. Key benefits included improved reliability, water quality, and stimulating the local economy. Public outreach was essential for success. The program achieved its goals, delivered economic benefits, and received positive feedback from satisfied customers.
A monopoly is a market structure dominated by a single seller that maintains its position through barriers to entry. The document defines different types of monopolies including natural, geographic, government, and technological monopolies. It also discusses characteristics that allow monopolies to form such as economies of scale, legal barriers like patents and copyrights, network externalities, and licensing or franchising agreements.
The document discusses a regional mobility plan being developed for the Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency. It will integrate transportation and land use planning to create a multimodal transportation network that connects people and places while supporting sustainable development. The plan is being created through data collection, public participation, analysis of existing and future conditions, and prioritizing projects. It will include goals of multimodalism, coordination, economic development, and other factors.
MLH Consulting, LLC presented on curing low morale in the workplace. Low morale spreads exponentially like a downward spiral or funnel. It is more costly to ignore the problem than to assess it with an outside source to gain an objective view. A case study revealed communication gaps and disengagement through interviews and assessments. Three key things must be adjusted - attitudes, goals, and skills (communication). A tailored 8-10 week leadership program with weekly sessions can cure low morale by modifying these areas. For example, a program increased communication within a transportation organization, improving efficiency by 40% and morale by 75%.
2013 ASPRS Track, Developing an ArcGIS Toolbox for Estimating EvapoTranspirat...GIS in the Rockies
Estimating water used by vegetated areas is very important for water resources management and water rights. Traditionally the amount of water delivered to an area is calculated by installing some measuring device (flumes, weirs, flow meters, etc.). The alternative approach presented here estimates the actual water use in a vegetated areas based on ground surface energy balance concept using the ReSET model (Remote Sensing of ET – ReSET developed by IDS group in Colorado state university) that uses satellite and Arial imagery with visible and thermal bands along with weather data to estimate daily actual crop Evapotranspiration (ET) for vegetated areas. Surface energy balance models have been proven to be a robust approach for estimating vegetation evapotranspiration. One of the main limitations of wider application of these models in water resources and irrigation management is the requirement of extensive back ground in surface energy modeling. This presentation shows the development and the application of an ArcGIS toolbox that runs an automated version of the ReSET model. The tool is compatible with NASA/USGS Landsat Legacy Project. The presented ArcGIS tool automates the model in all stages and requires minimum interference from user. The tool presented accommodates both basic and advanced users. The results using the tool were tested and validated using results from manual ReSET model runs.
The document discusses methods for calculating area and volume. It begins by defining the objectives as explaining the basic concepts of area and volume, describing common usage, and outlining methods used in calculations. Several geometric formulas are provided for calculating the area of rectangles, triangles, trapezoids, and irregular shapes. Methods like the trapezoidal rule, mid-ordinate rule, and Simpson's rule are described for calculating irregular areas using coordinates. The document also discusses calculating cross-sectional areas and volumes using methods like mean area, end area, and prismoidal formulas applied to cross-sections, as well as calculating volumes from spot levels and contour lines. Examples are provided to demonstrate applying the different formulas and methods.
This document summarizes a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC that used the Curve Number Runoff Method to model land use change between 1978 and 2009 and calculate the resulting changes in storm water runoff. Land use data from aerial imagery and satellite images from 1978 and 2009 were incorporated into a GIS system along with digital elevation models and soil data. The results found increases in urban land use of 8% along with decreases in forest and open space, and a corresponding increase in storm water runoff accumulation at a point in the watershed. The project reinforced the impact of urbanization in increasing storm water runoff but encountered issues applying the method in an already urbanized environment.
Del av seminariet "Från kolkälla till kolfälla: Om framtidens klimatsmarta jordbruk"
8 maj 2012, 13.00 - 16.30
Kulturhuset, Stockholm
Kan man planera för mindre utsläpp från jordbruksmarken? Madeleine Jönsson, FAO, om planeringsverktyg för klimatsmart jordbruk.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was mapped from aerial imagery from 1978 and satellite imagery from 2009. The Curve Number Runoff equation was used to calculate storm water runoff for a 4-inch rainfall event based on the different land uses and soil types. Results found an 8% increase in urban land use from 1978 to 2009, corresponding increases in storm water runoff, and that while the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to less urbanized areas with greater elevation changes.
Application of Remote Sensing in Civil EngineeringIEI GSC
Presentation cum talk delivered by Dr Anjana Vyas, Dean CEPT University, Ahmedabad during 31st National Convention of Civil Engineering organized by The Institution of Engineers (India) Gujarat State Center, Ahmedabad
This document evaluates GNSS code and phase solutions. It summarizes the key differences between code-only and code+phase differential GPS (DGPS) processing techniques. Code measurements are affected by biases while phase measurements also contain integer ambiguities. The document tests DGPS code and code+phase solutions using a dual-frequency GPS receiver to collect data at points within 10km of a reference station. Results show coordinate discrepancies between the two solutions are generally below 1m.
1) The document outlines a 5-step method for designing a simple stormwater drainage system: analyzing the catchment area, assessing surface type, determining rainfall intensity, calculating stormwater production, and sizing drains.
2) An example calculates the time of concentration, design peak runoff rate, and discharge capacity of a proposed drain for a 12 hectare residential catchment area.
3) The method allows estimating stormwater flows and sizing drains using common terrain data and standard formulas involving runoff coefficients, rainfall intensities, and hydraulic properties.
ESA SMOS (Soil Moisture and Ocean Salinity) Mission: Principles of Operation ...adrianocamps
SMOS basic principles and description of some products developed at the SMOS Barcelona Expert Center.
Disclaimer: these materials were prepared for Eduacational purposes only.
Flooding areas of Ofanto river using advanced topographic and hydraulic appro...Lia Romano
The Apulia Basin Authority is carrying out an advanced study to define flooding areas of the Ofanto River in southern Italy using modern technologies. Airborne laser scanning was used to create high-resolution digital terrain and surface models. A mixed 1D/2D hydraulic model was developed and roughness values were estimated using land use data from the laser scans. Simulation results showed peak flows exceeding channel capacity and inundation of agricultural and urban areas, highlighting the need for improved flood management.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was modeled between 1978 and 2009 using aerial imagery and satellite data. Results found forest and open space decreased by 3% and 5% respectively, while urban area increased by 8%. Storm water runoff increased from 78,592 cubic feet in 1978 to 92,131 cubic feet in 2009 based on a 4 inch rainfall. While the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to areas with greater elevation changes and less urbanization.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was modeled between 1978 and 2009 using aerial imagery and satellite data. Results found forest and open space decreased by 3% and 5% respectively, while urban area increased by 8%. Storm water runoff increased from 78,592 cubic feet in 1978 to 92,131 cubic feet in 2009 based on a 4 inch rainfall. While the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to areas with greater elevation changes and less urbanization.
The document outlines Mary Kang's research presentation on geological sequestration of CO2 and leakage through faults. The presentation covers carbon capture and storage (CCS) as a strategy to combat climate change, issues with CCS, and options for geological storage of CO2 such as unmineable coal seams, depleted oil/gas reservoirs, and saline aquifers. It also discusses modeling of CO2 injection, migration, and leakage, with a focus on quantifying risks from leakage through faults and wells. Mary's research develops a computational tool to evaluate potential CO2 leakage through faults to support basin-scale modeling. It conceptualizes faults using 1D upconing models and integrates these into large-scale numerical models
Yaser Abu Nasr_The Spatial Dimension of Adaptation Planning: The MENA Contexthbs_Palestine_Jordan
The document discusses the spatial dimension of adaptation planning in the context of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It covers several key topics: (1) an introduction to climate change impacts on livelihoods and urban places; (2) the adaptation planning process and how it differs from conventional planning; and (3) challenges to adaptation planning and examples from cities like Alexandria, Egypt. The document emphasizes that adaptation planning requires a localized approach that considers vulnerabilities, uncertainties, and flexible solutions to address the impacts of climate change on communities and urban areas in the MENA region.
A monopoly is a market structure dominated by a single seller that maintains its position through barriers to entry. The document discusses different types of monopolies including natural, geographic, government, and technological monopolies. It also discusses barriers to entry for monopolies such as economies of scale, legal barriers like patents and copyrights, licenses, franchises, and network externalities. The document notes monopolists will search their demand curve to find the price and output that maximizes profits and may engage in price discrimination by charging different prices to different consumers.
The document discusses opportunities for integrating solid waste conversion technologies with public works projects. It outlines CDM Smith's experience with waste-to-energy projects and emerging paradigms in sustainable waste management. These include considering waste as a renewable resource and implementing integrated waste and water management campus approaches. The presentation also reviews proven and emerging waste conversion technologies that can generate renewable fuels, electricity and other recyclable materials from municipal solid waste and organic wastes.
The document summarizes the City of Tampa's Utility Capital Improvement Projects (UCAP), a $110 million, five-year program to improve water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure through 25 individual projects. UCAP used a progressive design-build approach with a single program management team for flexibility, accountability, and cost savings. Key benefits included improved reliability, water quality, and stimulating the local economy. Public outreach was essential for success. The program achieved its goals, delivered economic benefits, and received positive feedback from satisfied customers.
A monopoly is a market structure dominated by a single seller that maintains its position through barriers to entry. The document defines different types of monopolies including natural, geographic, government, and technological monopolies. It also discusses characteristics that allow monopolies to form such as economies of scale, legal barriers like patents and copyrights, network externalities, and licensing or franchising agreements.
The document discusses a regional mobility plan being developed for the Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency. It will integrate transportation and land use planning to create a multimodal transportation network that connects people and places while supporting sustainable development. The plan is being created through data collection, public participation, analysis of existing and future conditions, and prioritizing projects. It will include goals of multimodalism, coordination, economic development, and other factors.
MLH Consulting, LLC presented on curing low morale in the workplace. Low morale spreads exponentially like a downward spiral or funnel. It is more costly to ignore the problem than to assess it with an outside source to gain an objective view. A case study revealed communication gaps and disengagement through interviews and assessments. Three key things must be adjusted - attitudes, goals, and skills (communication). A tailored 8-10 week leadership program with weekly sessions can cure low morale by modifying these areas. For example, a program increased communication within a transportation organization, improving efficiency by 40% and morale by 75%.
2013 ASPRS Track, Developing an ArcGIS Toolbox for Estimating EvapoTranspirat...GIS in the Rockies
Estimating water used by vegetated areas is very important for water resources management and water rights. Traditionally the amount of water delivered to an area is calculated by installing some measuring device (flumes, weirs, flow meters, etc.). The alternative approach presented here estimates the actual water use in a vegetated areas based on ground surface energy balance concept using the ReSET model (Remote Sensing of ET – ReSET developed by IDS group in Colorado state university) that uses satellite and Arial imagery with visible and thermal bands along with weather data to estimate daily actual crop Evapotranspiration (ET) for vegetated areas. Surface energy balance models have been proven to be a robust approach for estimating vegetation evapotranspiration. One of the main limitations of wider application of these models in water resources and irrigation management is the requirement of extensive back ground in surface energy modeling. This presentation shows the development and the application of an ArcGIS toolbox that runs an automated version of the ReSET model. The tool is compatible with NASA/USGS Landsat Legacy Project. The presented ArcGIS tool automates the model in all stages and requires minimum interference from user. The tool presented accommodates both basic and advanced users. The results using the tool were tested and validated using results from manual ReSET model runs.
The document discusses methods for calculating area and volume. It begins by defining the objectives as explaining the basic concepts of area and volume, describing common usage, and outlining methods used in calculations. Several geometric formulas are provided for calculating the area of rectangles, triangles, trapezoids, and irregular shapes. Methods like the trapezoidal rule, mid-ordinate rule, and Simpson's rule are described for calculating irregular areas using coordinates. The document also discusses calculating cross-sectional areas and volumes using methods like mean area, end area, and prismoidal formulas applied to cross-sections, as well as calculating volumes from spot levels and contour lines. Examples are provided to demonstrate applying the different formulas and methods.
This document summarizes a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC that used the Curve Number Runoff Method to model land use change between 1978 and 2009 and calculate the resulting changes in storm water runoff. Land use data from aerial imagery and satellite images from 1978 and 2009 were incorporated into a GIS system along with digital elevation models and soil data. The results found increases in urban land use of 8% along with decreases in forest and open space, and a corresponding increase in storm water runoff accumulation at a point in the watershed. The project reinforced the impact of urbanization in increasing storm water runoff but encountered issues applying the method in an already urbanized environment.
Del av seminariet "Från kolkälla till kolfälla: Om framtidens klimatsmarta jordbruk"
8 maj 2012, 13.00 - 16.30
Kulturhuset, Stockholm
Kan man planera för mindre utsläpp från jordbruksmarken? Madeleine Jönsson, FAO, om planeringsverktyg för klimatsmart jordbruk.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was mapped from aerial imagery from 1978 and satellite imagery from 2009. The Curve Number Runoff equation was used to calculate storm water runoff for a 4-inch rainfall event based on the different land uses and soil types. Results found an 8% increase in urban land use from 1978 to 2009, corresponding increases in storm water runoff, and that while the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to less urbanized areas with greater elevation changes.
Application of Remote Sensing in Civil EngineeringIEI GSC
Presentation cum talk delivered by Dr Anjana Vyas, Dean CEPT University, Ahmedabad during 31st National Convention of Civil Engineering organized by The Institution of Engineers (India) Gujarat State Center, Ahmedabad
This document evaluates GNSS code and phase solutions. It summarizes the key differences between code-only and code+phase differential GPS (DGPS) processing techniques. Code measurements are affected by biases while phase measurements also contain integer ambiguities. The document tests DGPS code and code+phase solutions using a dual-frequency GPS receiver to collect data at points within 10km of a reference station. Results show coordinate discrepancies between the two solutions are generally below 1m.
1) The document outlines a 5-step method for designing a simple stormwater drainage system: analyzing the catchment area, assessing surface type, determining rainfall intensity, calculating stormwater production, and sizing drains.
2) An example calculates the time of concentration, design peak runoff rate, and discharge capacity of a proposed drain for a 12 hectare residential catchment area.
3) The method allows estimating stormwater flows and sizing drains using common terrain data and standard formulas involving runoff coefficients, rainfall intensities, and hydraulic properties.
ESA SMOS (Soil Moisture and Ocean Salinity) Mission: Principles of Operation ...adrianocamps
SMOS basic principles and description of some products developed at the SMOS Barcelona Expert Center.
Disclaimer: these materials were prepared for Eduacational purposes only.
Flooding areas of Ofanto river using advanced topographic and hydraulic appro...Lia Romano
The Apulia Basin Authority is carrying out an advanced study to define flooding areas of the Ofanto River in southern Italy using modern technologies. Airborne laser scanning was used to create high-resolution digital terrain and surface models. A mixed 1D/2D hydraulic model was developed and roughness values were estimated using land use data from the laser scans. Simulation results showed peak flows exceeding channel capacity and inundation of agricultural and urban areas, highlighting the need for improved flood management.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was modeled between 1978 and 2009 using aerial imagery and satellite data. Results found forest and open space decreased by 3% and 5% respectively, while urban area increased by 8%. Storm water runoff increased from 78,592 cubic feet in 1978 to 92,131 cubic feet in 2009 based on a 4 inch rainfall. While the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to areas with greater elevation changes and less urbanization.
This document presents a storm water modeling project for the Town Creek Watershed in Salisbury, NC using the Curve Number Runoff Method. Land use in the watershed was modeled between 1978 and 2009 using aerial imagery and satellite data. Results found forest and open space decreased by 3% and 5% respectively, while urban area increased by 8%. Storm water runoff increased from 78,592 cubic feet in 1978 to 92,131 cubic feet in 2009 based on a 4 inch rainfall. While the Curve Number method provided useful insights, it may be better suited to areas with greater elevation changes and less urbanization.
The document outlines Mary Kang's research presentation on geological sequestration of CO2 and leakage through faults. The presentation covers carbon capture and storage (CCS) as a strategy to combat climate change, issues with CCS, and options for geological storage of CO2 such as unmineable coal seams, depleted oil/gas reservoirs, and saline aquifers. It also discusses modeling of CO2 injection, migration, and leakage, with a focus on quantifying risks from leakage through faults and wells. Mary's research develops a computational tool to evaluate potential CO2 leakage through faults to support basin-scale modeling. It conceptualizes faults using 1D upconing models and integrates these into large-scale numerical models
Yaser Abu Nasr_The Spatial Dimension of Adaptation Planning: The MENA Contexthbs_Palestine_Jordan
The document discusses the spatial dimension of adaptation planning in the context of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It covers several key topics: (1) an introduction to climate change impacts on livelihoods and urban places; (2) the adaptation planning process and how it differs from conventional planning; and (3) challenges to adaptation planning and examples from cities like Alexandria, Egypt. The document emphasizes that adaptation planning requires a localized approach that considers vulnerabilities, uncertainties, and flexible solutions to address the impacts of climate change on communities and urban areas in the MENA region.
The document describes various parameters used to characterize the morphology and relief of a watershed. It provides the values for these parameters calculated for a specific watershed being analyzed. The key parameters described and their values for the watershed include:
1) The watershed area is 418.06 km2.
2) The average slope of the watershed is 3.07%, characterized as a gentle to moderately steep slope.
3) The altitude range of the watershed is 1359.01 meters, characterized by significant relief.
4) The hypsometric curve was constructed, showing that 2260 meters is the median altitude of the watershed.
CLAPS - WATER RESOURCES ASSESSMENT IN DATA-SCARCE AREASpierluigi claps
This document discusses methods for assessing water resources in areas with little available data. It begins by examining approaches to estimating annual runoff in ungauged basins using empirical statistical relationships between runoff and factors like rainfall, elevation, and temperature. These relationships have been developed and tested for regions in Italy. The document then explores using climatic indices and variables like net radiation, evapotranspiration, and the Budyko index to characterize climates and their relationship to runoff with limited data. Methods are presented for reconstructing temperature patterns from elevation, latitude and other variables. The potential of using satellite-derived NDVI data as a proxy for rainfall is also discussed. The document describes an ongoing project in Italy to compile hydro
This document proposes a model for integrating cloud computing with the Kyoto Protocol for reducing carbon emissions. It discusses how the current Kyoto Protocol excludes small cloud providers and focuses responsibility on large energy producers. The proposed model would shift some carbon responsibilities to cloud providers by involving them in emission trading markets. It also presents a resource scheduling approach that balances the costs of energy wastage against penalties for service level agreement violations, in order to encourage more efficient provisioning of cloud computing resources. This scheduling approach could help cloud providers fulfill the goals of the Kyoto Protocol while improving their energy efficiency.
TerraCognito GIS Services, Inc. is a geospatial consulting firm founded in 2004 by Lex Ivey. The company specializes in growth modeling, impact analysis, and 3D visualization projects related to land use planning, natural resource management, and environmental issues. Key services include build-out analysis, groundwater protection planning, aquifer vulnerability modeling, and dam removal visualization. TerraCognito uses CommunityViz and ArcGIS software to analyze spatial data and generate future scenarios to help clients with decision making.
This document summarizes a multiphysics simulation of a packed bed reactor. It presents the reactor geometry, kinetic reaction models, and approaches taken for both lumped and heterogeneous models. Results shown include temperature distributions, average temperature and conversion profiles along the reactor length, as well as conversions for specific segments. The conclusion suggests further modeling to study hot spots near the inlet and potential intra-pellet heat transfer effects.
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Margate, Florida is committed to sustainability through various public works projects that reduce environmental impacts and costs while improving quality of life. The city implemented initiatives like water conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, recycling, and green buildings. This reduced energy and water usage and costs while creating economic benefits through jobs, savings, and development. Margate's sustainability efforts addressed environmental, economic, and social issues through a holistic approach.
The document discusses issues with using typical pavement specifications and provides recommendations for improving specifications. It notes that typical specifications often have insufficient material properties, don't handle multiple roads well, are difficult to enforce, and involve little testing. It recommends that municipalities develop their own standalone, quality-based specifications that incorporate Superpave standards, require joint density testing, and provide pay factors to incentivize quality.
This document discusses Eurovia's cold recycling technologies for reclaiming roadways. It focuses on Recyflex, their in-plant cold recycling process using composite binders. Recyflex can be used to create base layers, drainage layers, and intermediate layers from recycled materials. The production and compaction process is described. Test results show the recycled materials have high bearing capacities, densities, and resilient moduli. The materials also demonstrate excellent rutting resistance and stiffness increases with curing time. Freeze-thaw cycling has a significant but reducing effect on stiffness over time.
This document discusses the use of mobile LiDAR data collection, or mobile mapping (MoDaC), for surveying applications. It provides an overview of how mobile mapping works using dual 3D laser scanners, GPS units, and cameras mounted on a vehicle. The document outlines how mobile mapping can be used to efficiently collect comprehensive 3D data for transportation and infrastructure projects. It also discusses challenges around managing large mobile mapping datasets and HNTB's solution using Oracle Spatial, Amazon EC2 cloud storage, and a Silverlight interface.
This document discusses Florida's requirements for ending long-term care of closed landfills. It outlines the criteria landfills must meet to be considered "stabilized" and cease monitoring, including showing no groundwater impacts, subsidence, or gas generation. Several landfills in Florida have attained regulatory closure after 20-30 years of monitoring and maintenance meeting these standards. The document provides contacts for more information on landfill closure from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
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Automated Water Quality Project Prioritization Tool to Address TMDLs
1. Automated Water Quality
Project Prioritization Tool
to Address TMDLs
Ron Novy, Orange County
Jeff Earhart, PE, CPWG
American Public Works Association – April 2-6, 2012
2. Orange County
+ Population: 1,086,480 (97% urban, 3% rural)
+ Land area: 907 sq. mi.
+ Water area: 96.7 sq. mi.(10.7%)
+ More than 600 named Lakes
+ Population density: 1,197 people per square
mile (very high)
3. Orange County
Lake Management Program Levels:
1. Reactive Management
TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load)
39 TMDL impaired lakes
NNC (Numeric Nutrient Criteria)
48 NNC Impaired lakes (under EPA rule)
2. Proactive Management
Water quality review, trending, need identification
11 Lakes with declining water quality (not impaired
yet)
4. Orange County
Challenges:
Funding
Orange County has a Stormwater Utility, BUT is set to zero
Lake Management allotted $500K per year in CIP
Prioritizing Needs
Large vs. small projects
BMAP requirements
Funding, partnerships & grant availability
Removal efficiencies
O&M costs
Political issues
Changing Conditions
Narrative vs. Numeric methodology
Changing BMP Removal Efficiencies
Changing Loading Rates/Sources
5. Orange County
Challenges:
Static Needs Assessments / Master Plans
Old methodology “snapshot in time”
Based on the parameters at time of creation
Changing parameters makes plan quickly out-of-date
Can spend $100-$200K every couple of years to update.
Keep track of projects & needs separately
Hard to project future needs
6. Orange County
Management Need:
Dynamic Needs Assessments / Master Plan
system
Live system that can be used year after year
GIS based system for easy visualization and queries
Updateable to changing needs
Updateable to changing parameters
Standardized to current conditions
Produce a new and current Needs Assessment anytime
Perform queries based on particular need
7. Orange County
Create the Solution
2010 Custom Program Development Initiated
OC Lake Management hired BPC/TEK JV to develop a dynamic needs
assessment tool based on specific methodologies and needs:
+ GIS based /interactive system
+ Updateable parameter coefficients
+ Track /query loads and needs by desired parameter
+ Evaluate and rank potential projects
+ Track and evaluate completed projects
+ Access supplemental data for each project (studies, plans, photos)
+ Determine TMDL/BMAP load reduction compliance
+ Generate a Needs Assessment/Master Plan upon request
8. Purpose of Program
+ Standardize Pollutant Load Calculations
+ Rapid Alternative Analysis Scenario Review
+ Identify and Categorize Common BMPs
+ Rank Projects Using Decision Matrices
+ Ability to Sort Projects Based Multiple Parameters
+ Generate Reports
9. GIS Layers
• Created • Already Exist
• Point Projects • Commissioner Districts
• Line Projects • Section Township Range
• Polygon Projects • Major Basins
• Project • Soils
Watersheds • Land Use
• Soils
• Streets
• TMDL
• FDEP WBIDS
22. Area-Weighted Runoff Coefficient(C) and
Event Mean Concentration (EMC)
n
m
n
∑ Cn ,m * ∑ Arean ,m
∑ ( EMC n * Area n )
C= 1 m= 1
EMC X = 1
n
m n
n
m
∑1 ∑= 1 Arean,m
m
∑1
Area n
∑
C n ,m * ∑ Area n ,m
m= 1
C= 1
+ Area ,m
n m
∑1 ∑= 1C = narea-weighted runoff coefficient,
+ EMCX = area-weighted EMC for
m
+ Cn = area-weighted runoff coefficient
the project for pollutant X(mg/L),
for a given land use, n,
+ n = number of land uses within the
+ Arean = area (acres) for land use, n, area,
and HSG, m,
+ EMCn = EMC (mg/L) for a given
+ n = number of different land uses
within the area, and land use, and
+ m = number of different HSGs within + Arean = area (acres) for a given
the area. land use (the total area, A, could
also be used here).
23. Annual Pollutant Loads
LX = Q *Weighted EMC X * 2.72
+ LX = annual pollutant load (lbs/yr) for pollutant X
+ Q = annual runoff volume (ac-ft/yr)
+ EMCX = area-weighted event mean concentration (mg/L) for
pollutant X
+ 2.72 = a unit conversion value [ (ac-ft/yr)*(mg/L) to lb/yr ].
24. Example Pollutant Load Calculation
Area
Land Use Soil Group C-Factor Column1
(acres)
Low-Density Residential A 0.02 2 0.04
Medium Density
B 0.1 1 0.1
Residential
High Density Residential C 0.3 2 0.6
Commercial D 0.43 2 0.86
Institutional B 0.24 1 0.24
Total 8 1.84
Composite C-Factor 0.23
Area
Column1 Column2 Column4
(acres)
Area EMC *
Land Use Name TP (mg/l)
(acres) Area
Low-Density Residential 0.190 2 0.380
Medium Density Residential 0.306 1 0.306
High Density Residential 0.520 2 1.040
Commercial 0.170 2 0.340
Institutional 0.345 1 0.345
Total 8 2.411
Average EMC (mg/l) 0.301
25. Example Pollutant Load Calculation Cont
Annual Rainfall 50.03 in
C-Factor 0.23
Area 8.00 acres
Flow (Q) 7.67 ac-ft
EMC 0.30 mg/l
Load (lb/yr) 6.29 lb/yr
LX = Q *Weighted EMC X * 2.72
26. Relational Tables
+ Pollutant Reduction
+ Runoff Coefficients
+ Land Use
+ Event Mean Concentrations
+ Land Use Types and Codes
+ Decision Matrix Points
+ Decision Matrix Weighting
31. TMDL Compliance Point Value
Value (%) Points
0-5 2
6-10 3
11-15 4
16-20 5
21-25 6
26-30 7
31-35 8
36-40 9
41-100 10
32. Funding and Land Availability Point Value
Non-County Points Land for Specific Points
Contribution/Value Project/Value
0 – 10% 1
No Available Land 0
>10 – 25% 2
Privately Owned 2
(Unknown)
>25 – 50% 3
Privately Owned (Willing 3
>50 – 75% 4 Seller)
County Owned 5
>75 – 100% 5
33. Public Support and Downstream Benefit
Point Value
Public Support/Value Points Downstream Points
Benefits/Value
No Outfall 0
Opposed Project -5
Drainwell 1
Neutral or Unknown 0 Downstream has lower 2
water quality
Downstream has higher 4
Strong Demand 5 water quality
OFW, Preserve, or Other 5
34. Street Sweeping and Catch Basin
Pollutant Load Estimation
+ Source: PM and Nutrient Load Recovery, Credits and Costs for MS4
Maintenance Activities by University of Florida Engineering School of
Sustainable Infrastructure and Environment, Environmental Engineering
Sciences Department, John Sansalone, PhD
+ The primary objective is a Florida based “yardstick” or metrics allowing
an MS4 to quantify nutrient (N and P) loads through separation then
recovery of particulate matter (PM) for common urban hydrologic
functional units (HFU)
1. Pavement systems cleaning (pavement street sweeping)
2. Catch basins (inlets)
3. “BMP” (the most utilized and cleaned BMPs in MS4)
46. Conclusions
+ Monitor Compliance with TMDL Goals
+ Support and Document Needs and Results for Council or
Commission
+ Active Report
+ Removal Efficiencies Customizable to a Specific Project
+ Quick and Standardized Alternative Analysis
+ Find the Best Project that Meets Grant Requirements or
Funding Needs
47. Ron Novy, Orange County
Ronald.Novy@ocfl.net
Jeff Earhart, PE, CPWG,Inc
Jeff.Earhart@CPWGEngineering.com