Design of an Active Control Outlet
in a Stormwater Drainage Basin
Rose Degner, Paige Kimble, Brandon Perkins & Pa-Sweet Betancourt
Clemson University, Clemson, SC
October 22, 2020
Outline
• Introduction
• Background
• Rationale
• Objective(s)
• Approaches
• Literature Review
• Materials and Methods
• Results
• Recommendations
• Acknowledgements
Introduction
Background - Climate Change
• Warming climate
• Atmosphere holds
more water
• More frequent and
more intense storms
50 year trends in river discharge
Background - Growing Urban Development
• Global population is growing
• Countries are becoming more
urban
• 55% world population
• Increasing development leads
to increasing impervious
surface areas
Urbanization in the past 500 years for 4 major countries and the world
Background - Impervious Surface Area
• Impervious surface areas
• Less infiltration
• Higher rates of runoff
• 1.1 year return period storm
• Natural peak flow: 82.45 m3/s
• Urban peak flow: 209.29 m3/s
• Larger storms hitting a larger
area of impervious surfaces
• Flooding, erosion, water quality
Shape of flood hydrographs for surfaces with
varying imperviousness
Background - Small Solutions
• Larger infrastructures needed for
extensive flooding
• Small changes on a universal
scale
• Improve widespread water quality
• Reduce hydraulic stress on smaller
receiving water bodies
Stormwater
management for a
neighborhood
Flooding in
Philadelphia
Background - Stormwater Retention Basins
• 1987 National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System
• Stormwater retention systems used for
the first time
• Main benefit: Total Suspended
Solids (TSS) reduction
• Erosion control and flooding
management Pre and post development hydrologic cycles
Background - Stormwater Retention Basins
• How do they help?
• Runoff retention (TSS
settling)
• Steady release of the water
• Infiltration
• Some vegetative uptake
• Basin design is for
• Certain % TSS removal
• Certain storm event
• Ex. 10 year, 24 hour storm
Stormwater Retention Pond diagram
Background - Static Outlets
• Open pipe outlet
• TSS settles as the water is
released
• Designed for average conditions
• Not always effective for
• More intense storms
• If field conditions change
• Water released to mimic pre-
development flows
• Young technology
• 30 years
• Room for improvement
Outlet structure at design site (above)
Close up of static outlet at design site
(left)
Background - Active Outlets
• Outlet can be adjusted
• Open, partially open,
closed
• Can consider
• Weather forecast
• Pond water level
• Maximize retention time
• Better mimic pre
development flow
Stormwater basin outlet structure
Background - Active Outlets
• Can increase efficiency in
• Water pollutant reduction
• Basin location
• Basin design
• Smaller ponds
• More cost effective
• Better use of land
• Can be retrofitted onto pre-
existing retention ponds Flow Duration Curves for static and active outlet
systems
Background - Site Information
• Pre-existing pond in Pelzer, SC
• At the base of Bargain Food Store
• Main constituent is nutrients
• TSS can be used to gauge success
• 2004 inflow and outflow data taken by Woolpert
• 6 sampling events
• 12 samples throughout storm event
• Max TSS inlet concentration: 876 mg/L
• Average TSS inlet concentration: 124 mg/L
• Average % reduction: 56.05%
• More site information covered later
Satellite image of site with stormwater basin
outlined in red
Rationale
● Increased intensity of rain and continuous urbanization
○ Flooding concerns
○ Water quality concerns
● Active control outlets
○ Stormwater drainage is more efficient
○ Improves stormwater quality
○ Smaller stormwater pond size
○ Can be retrofitted onto current ponds
● Success of active control outlets on large scale
○ Critical to consider efficacy of technology on a small scale
Objective
The objective of the project is to design and evaluate the impact of an active outlet
control structure for stormwater management applications for water quality and
quantity benefit using a pond in Pelzer, SC as a case study.
Approaches
• Task 1: Discuss with Woolpert the extent of the project
• Task 2: Review scientific literature on engineering design related to stormwater
management
• Task 3: Apply adaptive control structure to retention pond for water quality control
• Task 4: Determine and assess the site properties (physical, chemical, hydrologic) and
collect data (hydrology, topography)
• Task 5: Create site exhibits in GIS and input values for modeling
• Task 6. Develop a watershed study using EPA SWMM program
• Task 7: Evaluate and compare the new models to pre existing models
• Task 8: Simulate pre- and post-hydrologic conditions
• Task 9: Optimize and Design the active outlet control structure
• Task 10: Apply for permits
Design of an
Active Control
Outlet
Literature Review
Literature Review - Programming
• Writing code is out of the scope of this project
• Programming Logic Controller (PLC)
• Also called a data logger
• A data logger - a point of communication
between outlet and weather forecast
programming
• CR1000X data logger from Campbell
• Ideal for outdoor conditions
● Where is the data for the program coming from?
● How is the data received and integrated into the program?
● How is the forecasting information used by the data logger?
CR1000X Flagship Data Logger from Campbell
Programming - Where is the data coming from?
• NOAA, or the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration
• Offers multiple public models
• High Resolution Rapid Refresh
(HRRR) model (experimental)
• Reasonable precipitation
predictions, cloud coverage
• Resolution of 3-km
• Forecasts up to 12h in 1-hour
increments; can extend up to 48h
in 6-hour increments
Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
Programming - Where is the data coming from?
• Weather Prediction Center
(WPC) under NOAA also has
models
• WPC offers long, medium, and
short range forecasts
• The Quantitative Precipitation
Forecasts (QPF)
• Focuses on heavy rain, snow
events, and flash flooding
• Resolution of 20-km
• Forecasts in 6-, 24-, and 48-
hour increments
Picture of 24hr QPC forecast for Oct 14, 2020
Programming - Where is the data coming from?
• National Centers for
Environmental Protection
• North American Mesoscale
Model (NAM)
• Precipitation, lightning,
temperature, kinetic energy;
good for large storm events
(eg hurricanes)
• Resolution of 12-km
• Short-term weather forecasting
Picture of 6hr NAM forecast for Oct 14, 2020
Programming - Where is the data coming from?
• Global Forecast System (GFS)
• Covers the entire globe
• Includes wind, precipitation,
soil moisture, atmospheric
ozone concentration, etc.
• Resolution of 18 miles
• Predicts weather up to 16
days
Picture of 12hr GFS forecast for Oct 14, 2020
Programming - Where is the data coming from?
• Forecasting model used will depend on:
• Area of the stormwater basin
• Resolution and time frame desired
• Type of forecasting desired
• Potentially time of year.
• HRRR is sufficient for this design project
• Forecasting model used can be updated
Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
• Where is the data for the program coming from?
• HRRR forecast from NOAA
• How is the data received and integrated into the program?
• How is the forecasting information used by the data logger?
Programming - How is the data received and
integrated into the program?
• Forecasts from NOAA can be automated
• Pulled from NOAA’s website with a code
• Provided as a radar image
• With code, received by program as a
grib file
• Grib file - file format for
storage/transport of gridded
meteorological data
• Degrib - code to decipher the grib file
Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
Example screenshot of
program (left). These lines
of code pull the 18 hour
forecast
18 hour forecast output for
October 19, 2020 (right)
from above code
Programming - How is the data received and
integrated into the program?
• Subcodes written to:
• Update the forecast
• Specify what to do
• Program reading the forecasting data is not enough
• Forecast needs to be sent to the data logger
• Where is the data for the program coming from?
• HRRR forecast from NOAA
• How is the data received and integrated into the program?
• Both grib files and degrib code can be found on NOAA’s
website
• How is the forecasting information used by the data logger?
Programming - How is the forecasting
information used by the data logger?
• File and data transfer
• Ex. computer browser uses
HTTP
• Sends/receives data to/from
website server
• FTP or File Transfer Protocol
• One of the oldest and simplest
protocols
• User can download/upload
files to a server
• Data logger/server
• Unique IP address
Programming - How is the forecasting
information used by the data logger?
• Forecasting program written by Woolpert
• Stored on a server in Dayton, OH
• Interacts with the data logger located in Pelzer, SC using FTP
• Lines of code for:
• Getting grib file
• Degribbing forecasting data
• Using FTP to send information to data logger
Programming - How is the forecasting
information used by the data logger?
• Data logger will receive:
• Forecasting information from server
• Real time water level from water level
sensor
• Logic program running on data logger will then:
• Determine if outlet needs to be opened or
closed
• Send appropriate signal to outlet
• Where is the data for the program coming from?
• HRRR forecast from NOAA
• How is the data received and integrated into the
program?
• Both grib files and degrib code can be found on
NOAA’s website
• How is the forecasting information used by the data
logger?
• FTP is used to send forecast to the data logger
Instrumentation Options
Types of valves:
• Butterfly
• Pinch
• Ball
• Gate
• Globe
Types of actuators:
● Electric
● Pneumatic
Valves
Valve: Butterfly
- Butterfly valves opens, closes and regulates a fluid passage by
reciprocating about 90° with a disc type opening and closing
member
Advantages
● Simple structure, small
volume, light weight
● Small flow resistance
and opening/closing time
● Low pressure drop, high
pressure recovery
Disadvantages
● Flow adjustment range is
small, open 30% → flow
rate 95%
● Difficult to clean
● Difficulty with slurries
● Potential for cavitation
and choke
Valve: Pinch
- Pinch valves have a full-bore design. This means they can
intrinsically allow unrestricted flow and ensure complete
stoppage.
Advantages
● Very clean, excellent
drainage
● Inexpensive
● Minimal turbulence
● Low weight
● Low maintenance
Disadvantages
● Cannot be used in high
temperature
applications
● Cannot be used in high
pressure applications
● Cannot be used with
Gas media
Valve: Ball
- Ball valve consists of a large sphere with a central hole equal to
the inside diameter of the pipe in mounted
Advantages
● Maintains and regulates high
volume
● Does not require lubrication
● Superior ease of operation
● Low maintenance cost
● High pressure and high temp
flow
● Low purchase cost
Disadvantages
● Not suitable for throttling
applications
● Suspended particles can settle
and become trapped, causes:
○ Wear
○ Leakage
○ Valve failure
● Difficult to clean, leads to
contamination
Valve: Gate
- Gate valves work by inserting a rectangular gate or wedge into the path
of a flowing fluid
Advantages
● Used as shut off valve
● Inexpensive
● Available in large sizes
● Bi-directional
● Suitable for use with slurries
and viscous liquids
Disadvantages
● Low pressure limitations
● Difficult to repair
● Slow open/close time
● Seat and disk erosion can occur
● Poor throttling characteristics
Valve: Globe
- Globe valves have a spherical body shape with the two halves of the body
being separated by an internal baffle.
Advantages
● Can be fast-acting
● Precise control
● Can be used in high-pressure
systems
Disadvantages
● High head loss
● Not good for clean or sterile
application
● Low coefficient of flow -
Cantilevered mount of disk to
stem
● Heavier than other valves
Actuators
Actuator: Electric
- An actuator requires a control signal and a source of
energy. The control signal is relatively low and in this
case would be electric voltage or current.
Advantages
● Fast and accurate
● Very fast development times for new
models
● Possible to apply sophisticated control
techniques to motion
● Relatively inexpensive
Disadvantages
● Gear backlash limits precision
● Problems of overheating in stalled
conditions
● Inherently high speed with a low torque
● Brakes are needed to lock them into
position
Actuator: Pneumatic
- A pneumatic actuator requires a control signal and a
source of energy. The control signal is relatively low
and in this case would be pressurized air
Advantages
● Low cost
● Ease at reversion movement
● High speed of moving
● Explosion and fire safe
Disadvantages
● Compressibility of air
● Problems of overheating in stalled
conditions
● Impossibility to receive uniform air
output
● Performance difficulty at slow/constant
speed
● Requires good preparation
● Brakes are needed to lock them into
position
Design Criteria
• TSS removal
• Driven by detention time
• 60% in 24 hour detention time
• Greenville County
Regulations
• 80% TSS removal
• 72 hour drawdown of standing
water
Critical Storm
25-year, 24-hour storm event
6.69-inches of precipitation
• Applied to assess how our
design reacts under crucial
circumstances
• Before and after
implementation of
retrofitting
Design Storm
10-year, 24-hour storm event
5.40-inches of precipitation
• Applied to determine
necessary parameters for
design
• Before and after
implementation of
retrofitting
Materials and Methods
1. Mapping Software
• ArcGIS ArcMap 10.8
2. Modeling Software
• EPA SWMM 5.1
1. Programming Logic
2. Basin Delineation & Characterization
3. Modeling
Materials Methods
Materials and Methods - Programming Logic
• Many inputs to consider in
programming
• Current water level
• Precipitation forecasts
• Local regulations
• Logic flowchart was made to
visualize
• On/off system was assumed
• Flowchart can be expanded
for partially opening valve
Programming Logic Flowchart
Logic
Flowchart
Flow chart demonstrating the logic
of active outlet system
Materials and Methods - ArcGIS ArcMap 10.8
• ArcMap is used to display geographic information as a
collection of layers and other elements in a map view
• The data frame provides a geographic window that allows
the user to display and work with geographic information
as a series of map layers
• These layers can also be used to store data relevant to the
project such as:
• Soil Data
• Digital Elevation
• Geometric Values (Area, Length)
• ArcMap also has the ability to perform geoprocessing
operations to assist in calculating necessary input values for
modeling
Basin Delineation
● Basin delineation exhibits are used for overall
visualization of all stormwater drainage being
deposited into the pond via overland flow or pipe
network (through yard inlets/junction boxes)
○ 2004 delineation based on 2004 Woolpert area values
○ Current conditions
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view
of the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information
for delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point-coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used
for delineation of the basin/subcatchments
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Basin Delineation
● The geometric calculation of area is based on the basin
boundary and stored within the basin .shp file for each
year of study
● Drainage basin delineated based on 2004 Woolpert
study area provided and replicated effectively
○ Inputs needed for replicate modeling
● Current conditions drainage basin area delineated
based on current information and site visits/pictures
Land Cover
● Land cover exhibits are used to show the land cover
classifications of the basin that will be used in the
determination of subcatchment curve numbers
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view
of the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information
for delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used
for delineation of the basin/subcatchments
○ Land Cover .shp file: Shows land cover classification
of basin area
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Land Cover
● The geometric calculation of area
is separated by the land cover type
and stored within the Land Cover
.shp file for each year of study
● Land cover type was determined
using aerial imagery as well as
site visit information/pictures
● Area and land cover type are also
used in the determination of curve
number for each subcatchment in
each year
Soils
● Soils exhibits are used to show the soil types and
hydraulic classifications in the watershed that will be
used in the determination of subcatchment curve
numbers
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view
of the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information
for delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used
for delineation of the basin/subcatchments
○ Soils .shp file: Shows the soil types and hydraulic
classifications in the basin area
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Soils
● Geometric calculation of area is separated
by soil type and stored within the Soils
.shp file for each year of study
● Soil types and hydraulic soil grades
obtained from NRCS Web Soil Survey
data within basin boundary
● Hydraulic soil grades are classified on an
A-D scale based on runoff potential of the
soil
○ Lowest potential - A
○ Highest potential - D
Subcatchments
● Subcatchment exhibits are used for overall
visualization of all subcatchment divisions within
the Pelzer Pond Basin
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view
of the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information
for delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used
for delineation of the basin/subcatchments
○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of
subcatchments (divided by node method) within basin
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Subcatchment
● The geometric calculation of area
is separated by each subcatchment
and stored within the
Subcatchment .shp file for each
year of study
● Subcatchment boundaries were
determined using the node
method
○ Each node (inlet) is divided into
individual drainage basins within
the Pelzer Pond Basin
Link Node
● Link Node exhibits are used to show the existing inlet
structures and the pipe linkages connecting them to each
other and the pond
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of
the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for
delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for
delineation of the basin/subcatchments
○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of
subcatchments (divided by node method) within the basin
○ Node .shp file: Shows the location of inlet structures
(white) within the basin
○ Link .shp file: Shows the piping (green) connecting the
inlet structures to each other and the pond
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Link Node
● Nodes are placed over inlet
structures located within the
Pelzer Pond Basin
○ Aerial imagery
○ Site visit observations
○ Names stored in Node .shp file
● Links are drawn following the
underground pipe linkages
connecting each node to the pond
● The link lengths are determined
using a geometric calculation
operation and stored in the Link
.shp file
Slope
● Slope exhibits are used to show the overland flow path
within each sub catchment.
● The layers present in this view include:
○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of
the area of study
○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for
delineation of basin & subcatchments
○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage
elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which
displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light
green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for
delineation of the watershed/subcatchments
○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of
subcatchments (divided by node method) within the basin
○ Node .shp file: Shows the location of inlet structures
(white) within the basin
○ Slope .shp file: Shows the overland flow path (orange)
from highest, furthest elevation in the subcatchment from
the inlet structure to the inlet structure
○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of
study
2004
2020
ArcMap Data: Slope
● The overland flow path is draw within each subcatchment
from the furthest, highest elevation point to the inlet
structure (node)
● Upslope and downslope elevations are obtained by using
the information tool on the digital elevation model layer at
each endpoint of the overland flow paths
○ Elevations stored in the Slope .shp file
● Slopes are then calculated using length and elevation
values for each
subcatchment
Methods and Materials - EPA SWMM 5.1
Stormwater Management Model
• Water quantity and quality
modeling for urban watersheds
• Developed to aid local, state,
and federal stormwater
management by reducing
runoff
• Facilitate the incorporation of
our design to the industry
• Many capabilities and options
for stormwater routing
User interface for as-built Pelzer model.
EPA SWMM 5.1 Limitations
• Limited memory
• Rain event duration and time
interval
• Limits continuous modeling
• Urban-watersheds
• Developed to combat
urbanization
• Makes assumptions of
infiltration in pervious areas that
are exaggerated in rural
watersheds
• Quality of user provided data
Bargain Foods development
Model Validation
• 2004 amendments to watershed
required permitting by
Greenville County
• Approval was granted based on
a model prepared in Microsoft
Excel
• Conditions were replicated in
EPA SWMM to verify the
software’s similarity to
validated design calculations
• Finalized variables estimated
from a small range of values Hydrograph derived using Microsoft Excel in 2004
Models
2004 Permitted Existing
● 6” orifice with bleeders
● Watershed properties from
historical data
2020 As-Built Existing
● 2.5” orifice, 3 overflow weirs
knocked in the structure
● Watershed properties from current
public data and field measurements
Proposed Modifications
● Dynamic valve covering existing
2.5" orifice
● Keep all other spillways from as-
built condition
● Tweak weirs and orifices as
necessary
Modeling an Active Control Outlet
By Pond Depth and Simulation Time
1. Find freeboard threshold depth of
collection pond
2. Find pond drawdown time
3. Manipulate Control Options by
If/Then Statements
a. For pond depth
b. For holding time Control Rules determine how pumps and regulators in
the conveyance system will be adjusted over the course
of a simulation.
Results
Instrument Implementation
Before After
Model Validation
Permitted conditions (2004) Duplicate effective permitted conditions (2004)
As-Built Riser
● Increase in peak discharge
considered unacceptable
Circumstances
Return Period of 24-Hour Storm
Event [Years]
Description Year 2 10 25 100
As-Built Existing 2020 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79
Proposed (Valve-
Open)
2021 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79
Failure (Obstructed) 2021 3.24 12.38 18.28 24.76
Peak Discharge Rates (cfs) of Bargain Foods Dry Pond
Implementation of V-Notch Plate
Before After
Proposed Riser
● Maintains lower proposed
condition
● 25 year-event exception
● Failure condition held to
moderate discharge rates
Circumstances
Return Period of 24-Hour Storm
Event [Years]
Description Year 2 10 25 100
As-Built Existing 2020 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79
Proposed (Valve-
Open)
2021 2.48 9.98 17.88 24.66
Failure (Obstructed) 2021 2.89 10.91 17.57 26.03
Peak Discharge Rates (cfs) of Bargain Foods Dry Pond
Risk Assessment
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Features:
• 304 Stainless Steel construction
• Clevis design and horizontal bolting stabilizes gate, proper alignment
• Multi-layer square packing provides exceptional gland sealing
• Unique body design, enables self draining
• Zero leakage isolation
• Lugged body suitable for all mounting orientations
Built for:
• Severe service performance
• Low pressure applications
Bray: Series 940 Knife Gate Valve
Rotork: IQ3 - Multi-turn
Features:
• Continuous positions tracking at all times, even without power
• Detailed trend analysis and diagnostic data available for asset management
• Increased protection by using independent torque and position sensing
• Remote operation, configuration and commission up to 100m from actuator
• Safe, motor-independent, handwheel operation available at all times
• Real time valve and actuator performance information viewable on screen
• Easy installation and maintenance using detachable thrust bases
• Explosion proof to international standards
• Oil bath lubricant provides extended life and the ability to mount in any
orientation
• On power loss, graphical interface, remote indication and data logger are
maintained and accessible
● 3rd Generation Intelligent Actuator
Programming Specifications
• Keep water level just below
depth of weirs
• Time to drain pond from
holding depth to outlet invert is
17.5-hours
• Open outlet 56.5 hours into a
24-hour storm event to drain by
72-hours
Our
Project
Acknowledgements
• Ben Hammond, Woolpert
• Dr. Christophe Darnault, Clemson University
• Dr. Rui Xiao, Clemson University
Thank You!

Final presentation

  • 1.
    Design of anActive Control Outlet in a Stormwater Drainage Basin Rose Degner, Paige Kimble, Brandon Perkins & Pa-Sweet Betancourt Clemson University, Clemson, SC October 22, 2020
  • 2.
    Outline • Introduction • Background •Rationale • Objective(s) • Approaches • Literature Review • Materials and Methods • Results • Recommendations • Acknowledgements
  • 3.
  • 4.
    Background - ClimateChange • Warming climate • Atmosphere holds more water • More frequent and more intense storms 50 year trends in river discharge
  • 5.
    Background - GrowingUrban Development • Global population is growing • Countries are becoming more urban • 55% world population • Increasing development leads to increasing impervious surface areas Urbanization in the past 500 years for 4 major countries and the world
  • 6.
    Background - ImperviousSurface Area • Impervious surface areas • Less infiltration • Higher rates of runoff • 1.1 year return period storm • Natural peak flow: 82.45 m3/s • Urban peak flow: 209.29 m3/s • Larger storms hitting a larger area of impervious surfaces • Flooding, erosion, water quality Shape of flood hydrographs for surfaces with varying imperviousness
  • 7.
    Background - SmallSolutions • Larger infrastructures needed for extensive flooding • Small changes on a universal scale • Improve widespread water quality • Reduce hydraulic stress on smaller receiving water bodies Stormwater management for a neighborhood Flooding in Philadelphia
  • 8.
    Background - StormwaterRetention Basins • 1987 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System • Stormwater retention systems used for the first time • Main benefit: Total Suspended Solids (TSS) reduction • Erosion control and flooding management Pre and post development hydrologic cycles
  • 9.
    Background - StormwaterRetention Basins • How do they help? • Runoff retention (TSS settling) • Steady release of the water • Infiltration • Some vegetative uptake • Basin design is for • Certain % TSS removal • Certain storm event • Ex. 10 year, 24 hour storm Stormwater Retention Pond diagram
  • 10.
    Background - StaticOutlets • Open pipe outlet • TSS settles as the water is released • Designed for average conditions • Not always effective for • More intense storms • If field conditions change • Water released to mimic pre- development flows • Young technology • 30 years • Room for improvement Outlet structure at design site (above) Close up of static outlet at design site (left)
  • 11.
    Background - ActiveOutlets • Outlet can be adjusted • Open, partially open, closed • Can consider • Weather forecast • Pond water level • Maximize retention time • Better mimic pre development flow Stormwater basin outlet structure
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    Background - ActiveOutlets • Can increase efficiency in • Water pollutant reduction • Basin location • Basin design • Smaller ponds • More cost effective • Better use of land • Can be retrofitted onto pre- existing retention ponds Flow Duration Curves for static and active outlet systems
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    Background - SiteInformation • Pre-existing pond in Pelzer, SC • At the base of Bargain Food Store • Main constituent is nutrients • TSS can be used to gauge success • 2004 inflow and outflow data taken by Woolpert • 6 sampling events • 12 samples throughout storm event • Max TSS inlet concentration: 876 mg/L • Average TSS inlet concentration: 124 mg/L • Average % reduction: 56.05% • More site information covered later Satellite image of site with stormwater basin outlined in red
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    Rationale ● Increased intensityof rain and continuous urbanization ○ Flooding concerns ○ Water quality concerns ● Active control outlets ○ Stormwater drainage is more efficient ○ Improves stormwater quality ○ Smaller stormwater pond size ○ Can be retrofitted onto current ponds ● Success of active control outlets on large scale ○ Critical to consider efficacy of technology on a small scale
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    Objective The objective ofthe project is to design and evaluate the impact of an active outlet control structure for stormwater management applications for water quality and quantity benefit using a pond in Pelzer, SC as a case study.
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    Approaches • Task 1:Discuss with Woolpert the extent of the project • Task 2: Review scientific literature on engineering design related to stormwater management • Task 3: Apply adaptive control structure to retention pond for water quality control • Task 4: Determine and assess the site properties (physical, chemical, hydrologic) and collect data (hydrology, topography) • Task 5: Create site exhibits in GIS and input values for modeling • Task 6. Develop a watershed study using EPA SWMM program • Task 7: Evaluate and compare the new models to pre existing models • Task 8: Simulate pre- and post-hydrologic conditions • Task 9: Optimize and Design the active outlet control structure • Task 10: Apply for permits
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    Design of an ActiveControl Outlet
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    Literature Review -Programming • Writing code is out of the scope of this project • Programming Logic Controller (PLC) • Also called a data logger • A data logger - a point of communication between outlet and weather forecast programming • CR1000X data logger from Campbell • Ideal for outdoor conditions ● Where is the data for the program coming from? ● How is the data received and integrated into the program? ● How is the forecasting information used by the data logger? CR1000X Flagship Data Logger from Campbell
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    Programming - Whereis the data coming from? • NOAA, or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration • Offers multiple public models • High Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) model (experimental) • Reasonable precipitation predictions, cloud coverage • Resolution of 3-km • Forecasts up to 12h in 1-hour increments; can extend up to 48h in 6-hour increments Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    Programming - Whereis the data coming from? • Weather Prediction Center (WPC) under NOAA also has models • WPC offers long, medium, and short range forecasts • The Quantitative Precipitation Forecasts (QPF) • Focuses on heavy rain, snow events, and flash flooding • Resolution of 20-km • Forecasts in 6-, 24-, and 48- hour increments Picture of 24hr QPC forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    Programming - Whereis the data coming from? • National Centers for Environmental Protection • North American Mesoscale Model (NAM) • Precipitation, lightning, temperature, kinetic energy; good for large storm events (eg hurricanes) • Resolution of 12-km • Short-term weather forecasting Picture of 6hr NAM forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    Programming - Whereis the data coming from? • Global Forecast System (GFS) • Covers the entire globe • Includes wind, precipitation, soil moisture, atmospheric ozone concentration, etc. • Resolution of 18 miles • Predicts weather up to 16 days Picture of 12hr GFS forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    Programming - Whereis the data coming from? • Forecasting model used will depend on: • Area of the stormwater basin • Resolution and time frame desired • Type of forecasting desired • Potentially time of year. • HRRR is sufficient for this design project • Forecasting model used can be updated Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    • Where isthe data for the program coming from? • HRRR forecast from NOAA • How is the data received and integrated into the program? • How is the forecasting information used by the data logger?
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    Programming - Howis the data received and integrated into the program? • Forecasts from NOAA can be automated • Pulled from NOAA’s website with a code • Provided as a radar image • With code, received by program as a grib file • Grib file - file format for storage/transport of gridded meteorological data • Degrib - code to decipher the grib file Picture of 12hr HRRR forecast for Oct 14, 2020
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    Example screenshot of program(left). These lines of code pull the 18 hour forecast 18 hour forecast output for October 19, 2020 (right) from above code
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    Programming - Howis the data received and integrated into the program? • Subcodes written to: • Update the forecast • Specify what to do • Program reading the forecasting data is not enough • Forecast needs to be sent to the data logger
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    • Where isthe data for the program coming from? • HRRR forecast from NOAA • How is the data received and integrated into the program? • Both grib files and degrib code can be found on NOAA’s website • How is the forecasting information used by the data logger?
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    Programming - Howis the forecasting information used by the data logger? • File and data transfer • Ex. computer browser uses HTTP • Sends/receives data to/from website server • FTP or File Transfer Protocol • One of the oldest and simplest protocols • User can download/upload files to a server • Data logger/server • Unique IP address
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    Programming - Howis the forecasting information used by the data logger? • Forecasting program written by Woolpert • Stored on a server in Dayton, OH • Interacts with the data logger located in Pelzer, SC using FTP • Lines of code for: • Getting grib file • Degribbing forecasting data • Using FTP to send information to data logger
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    Programming - Howis the forecasting information used by the data logger? • Data logger will receive: • Forecasting information from server • Real time water level from water level sensor • Logic program running on data logger will then: • Determine if outlet needs to be opened or closed • Send appropriate signal to outlet
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    • Where isthe data for the program coming from? • HRRR forecast from NOAA • How is the data received and integrated into the program? • Both grib files and degrib code can be found on NOAA’s website • How is the forecasting information used by the data logger? • FTP is used to send forecast to the data logger
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    Instrumentation Options Types ofvalves: • Butterfly • Pinch • Ball • Gate • Globe Types of actuators: ● Electric ● Pneumatic
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    Valve: Butterfly - Butterflyvalves opens, closes and regulates a fluid passage by reciprocating about 90° with a disc type opening and closing member Advantages ● Simple structure, small volume, light weight ● Small flow resistance and opening/closing time ● Low pressure drop, high pressure recovery Disadvantages ● Flow adjustment range is small, open 30% → flow rate 95% ● Difficult to clean ● Difficulty with slurries ● Potential for cavitation and choke
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    Valve: Pinch - Pinchvalves have a full-bore design. This means they can intrinsically allow unrestricted flow and ensure complete stoppage. Advantages ● Very clean, excellent drainage ● Inexpensive ● Minimal turbulence ● Low weight ● Low maintenance Disadvantages ● Cannot be used in high temperature applications ● Cannot be used in high pressure applications ● Cannot be used with Gas media
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    Valve: Ball - Ballvalve consists of a large sphere with a central hole equal to the inside diameter of the pipe in mounted Advantages ● Maintains and regulates high volume ● Does not require lubrication ● Superior ease of operation ● Low maintenance cost ● High pressure and high temp flow ● Low purchase cost Disadvantages ● Not suitable for throttling applications ● Suspended particles can settle and become trapped, causes: ○ Wear ○ Leakage ○ Valve failure ● Difficult to clean, leads to contamination
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    Valve: Gate - Gatevalves work by inserting a rectangular gate or wedge into the path of a flowing fluid Advantages ● Used as shut off valve ● Inexpensive ● Available in large sizes ● Bi-directional ● Suitable for use with slurries and viscous liquids Disadvantages ● Low pressure limitations ● Difficult to repair ● Slow open/close time ● Seat and disk erosion can occur ● Poor throttling characteristics
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    Valve: Globe - Globevalves have a spherical body shape with the two halves of the body being separated by an internal baffle. Advantages ● Can be fast-acting ● Precise control ● Can be used in high-pressure systems Disadvantages ● High head loss ● Not good for clean or sterile application ● Low coefficient of flow - Cantilevered mount of disk to stem ● Heavier than other valves
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    Actuator: Electric - Anactuator requires a control signal and a source of energy. The control signal is relatively low and in this case would be electric voltage or current. Advantages ● Fast and accurate ● Very fast development times for new models ● Possible to apply sophisticated control techniques to motion ● Relatively inexpensive Disadvantages ● Gear backlash limits precision ● Problems of overheating in stalled conditions ● Inherently high speed with a low torque ● Brakes are needed to lock them into position
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    Actuator: Pneumatic - Apneumatic actuator requires a control signal and a source of energy. The control signal is relatively low and in this case would be pressurized air Advantages ● Low cost ● Ease at reversion movement ● High speed of moving ● Explosion and fire safe Disadvantages ● Compressibility of air ● Problems of overheating in stalled conditions ● Impossibility to receive uniform air output ● Performance difficulty at slow/constant speed ● Requires good preparation ● Brakes are needed to lock them into position
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    Design Criteria • TSSremoval • Driven by detention time • 60% in 24 hour detention time • Greenville County Regulations • 80% TSS removal • 72 hour drawdown of standing water
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    Critical Storm 25-year, 24-hourstorm event 6.69-inches of precipitation • Applied to assess how our design reacts under crucial circumstances • Before and after implementation of retrofitting
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    Design Storm 10-year, 24-hourstorm event 5.40-inches of precipitation • Applied to determine necessary parameters for design • Before and after implementation of retrofitting
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    1. Mapping Software •ArcGIS ArcMap 10.8 2. Modeling Software • EPA SWMM 5.1 1. Programming Logic 2. Basin Delineation & Characterization 3. Modeling Materials Methods
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    Materials and Methods- Programming Logic • Many inputs to consider in programming • Current water level • Precipitation forecasts • Local regulations • Logic flowchart was made to visualize • On/off system was assumed • Flowchart can be expanded for partially opening valve Programming Logic Flowchart
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    Logic Flowchart Flow chart demonstratingthe logic of active outlet system
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    Materials and Methods- ArcGIS ArcMap 10.8 • ArcMap is used to display geographic information as a collection of layers and other elements in a map view • The data frame provides a geographic window that allows the user to display and work with geographic information as a series of map layers • These layers can also be used to store data relevant to the project such as: • Soil Data • Digital Elevation • Geometric Values (Area, Length) • ArcMap also has the ability to perform geoprocessing operations to assist in calculating necessary input values for modeling
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    Basin Delineation ● Basindelineation exhibits are used for overall visualization of all stormwater drainage being deposited into the pond via overland flow or pipe network (through yard inlets/junction boxes) ○ 2004 delineation based on 2004 Woolpert area values ○ Current conditions ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point-coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the basin/subcatchments ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: BasinDelineation ● The geometric calculation of area is based on the basin boundary and stored within the basin .shp file for each year of study ● Drainage basin delineated based on 2004 Woolpert study area provided and replicated effectively ○ Inputs needed for replicate modeling ● Current conditions drainage basin area delineated based on current information and site visits/pictures
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    Land Cover ● Landcover exhibits are used to show the land cover classifications of the basin that will be used in the determination of subcatchment curve numbers ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the basin/subcatchments ○ Land Cover .shp file: Shows land cover classification of basin area ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: LandCover ● The geometric calculation of area is separated by the land cover type and stored within the Land Cover .shp file for each year of study ● Land cover type was determined using aerial imagery as well as site visit information/pictures ● Area and land cover type are also used in the determination of curve number for each subcatchment in each year
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    Soils ● Soils exhibitsare used to show the soil types and hydraulic classifications in the watershed that will be used in the determination of subcatchment curve numbers ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the basin/subcatchments ○ Soils .shp file: Shows the soil types and hydraulic classifications in the basin area ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: Soils ●Geometric calculation of area is separated by soil type and stored within the Soils .shp file for each year of study ● Soil types and hydraulic soil grades obtained from NRCS Web Soil Survey data within basin boundary ● Hydraulic soil grades are classified on an A-D scale based on runoff potential of the soil ○ Lowest potential - A ○ Highest potential - D
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    Subcatchments ● Subcatchment exhibitsare used for overall visualization of all subcatchment divisions within the Pelzer Pond Basin ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the basin/subcatchments ○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of subcatchments (divided by node method) within basin ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: Subcatchment ●The geometric calculation of area is separated by each subcatchment and stored within the Subcatchment .shp file for each year of study ● Subcatchment boundaries were determined using the node method ○ Each node (inlet) is divided into individual drainage basins within the Pelzer Pond Basin
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    Link Node ● LinkNode exhibits are used to show the existing inlet structures and the pipe linkages connecting them to each other and the pond ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the basin/subcatchments ○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of subcatchments (divided by node method) within the basin ○ Node .shp file: Shows the location of inlet structures (white) within the basin ○ Link .shp file: Shows the piping (green) connecting the inlet structures to each other and the pond ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: LinkNode ● Nodes are placed over inlet structures located within the Pelzer Pond Basin ○ Aerial imagery ○ Site visit observations ○ Names stored in Node .shp file ● Links are drawn following the underground pipe linkages connecting each node to the pond ● The link lengths are determined using a geometric calculation operation and stored in the Link .shp file
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    Slope ● Slope exhibitsare used to show the overland flow path within each sub catchment. ● The layers present in this view include: ○ Landsat 8 Basemap Imagery: Provides satellite view of the area of study ○ USGS Topo Map: Provides topographic information for delineation of basin & subcatchments ○ Digital Elevation Model: Provides point coverage elevation data that is compiled into a raster file which displays a connected elevation cover of the land (light green=low elevation to red/white=high elevation) used for delineation of the watershed/subcatchments ○ Subcatchments .shp file: Shows delineation of subcatchments (divided by node method) within the basin ○ Node .shp file: Shows the location of inlet structures (white) within the basin ○ Slope .shp file: Shows the overland flow path (orange) from highest, furthest elevation in the subcatchment from the inlet structure to the inlet structure ○ Basin .shp file: Shows delineation of basin for area of study 2004 2020
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    ArcMap Data: Slope ●The overland flow path is draw within each subcatchment from the furthest, highest elevation point to the inlet structure (node) ● Upslope and downslope elevations are obtained by using the information tool on the digital elevation model layer at each endpoint of the overland flow paths ○ Elevations stored in the Slope .shp file ● Slopes are then calculated using length and elevation values for each subcatchment
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    Methods and Materials- EPA SWMM 5.1 Stormwater Management Model • Water quantity and quality modeling for urban watersheds • Developed to aid local, state, and federal stormwater management by reducing runoff • Facilitate the incorporation of our design to the industry • Many capabilities and options for stormwater routing User interface for as-built Pelzer model.
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    EPA SWMM 5.1Limitations • Limited memory • Rain event duration and time interval • Limits continuous modeling • Urban-watersheds • Developed to combat urbanization • Makes assumptions of infiltration in pervious areas that are exaggerated in rural watersheds • Quality of user provided data Bargain Foods development
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    Model Validation • 2004amendments to watershed required permitting by Greenville County • Approval was granted based on a model prepared in Microsoft Excel • Conditions were replicated in EPA SWMM to verify the software’s similarity to validated design calculations • Finalized variables estimated from a small range of values Hydrograph derived using Microsoft Excel in 2004
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    Models 2004 Permitted Existing ●6” orifice with bleeders ● Watershed properties from historical data 2020 As-Built Existing ● 2.5” orifice, 3 overflow weirs knocked in the structure ● Watershed properties from current public data and field measurements Proposed Modifications ● Dynamic valve covering existing 2.5" orifice ● Keep all other spillways from as- built condition ● Tweak weirs and orifices as necessary
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    Modeling an ActiveControl Outlet By Pond Depth and Simulation Time 1. Find freeboard threshold depth of collection pond 2. Find pond drawdown time 3. Manipulate Control Options by If/Then Statements a. For pond depth b. For holding time Control Rules determine how pumps and regulators in the conveyance system will be adjusted over the course of a simulation.
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    Model Validation Permitted conditions(2004) Duplicate effective permitted conditions (2004)
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    As-Built Riser ● Increasein peak discharge considered unacceptable Circumstances Return Period of 24-Hour Storm Event [Years] Description Year 2 10 25 100 As-Built Existing 2020 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79 Proposed (Valve- Open) 2021 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79 Failure (Obstructed) 2021 3.24 12.38 18.28 24.76 Peak Discharge Rates (cfs) of Bargain Foods Dry Pond
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    Implementation of V-NotchPlate Before After
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    Proposed Riser ● Maintainslower proposed condition ● 25 year-event exception ● Failure condition held to moderate discharge rates Circumstances Return Period of 24-Hour Storm Event [Years] Description Year 2 10 25 100 As-Built Existing 2020 2.70 11.28 16.70 24.79 Proposed (Valve- Open) 2021 2.48 9.98 17.88 24.66 Failure (Obstructed) 2021 2.89 10.91 17.57 26.03 Peak Discharge Rates (cfs) of Bargain Foods Dry Pond
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    Risk Assessment Any thoughtson where this section should go? If not, I can just stick it here, before the recommendations
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    Features: • 304 StainlessSteel construction • Clevis design and horizontal bolting stabilizes gate, proper alignment • Multi-layer square packing provides exceptional gland sealing • Unique body design, enables self draining • Zero leakage isolation • Lugged body suitable for all mounting orientations Built for: • Severe service performance • Low pressure applications Bray: Series 940 Knife Gate Valve
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    Rotork: IQ3 -Multi-turn Features: • Continuous positions tracking at all times, even without power • Detailed trend analysis and diagnostic data available for asset management • Increased protection by using independent torque and position sensing • Remote operation, configuration and commission up to 100m from actuator • Safe, motor-independent, handwheel operation available at all times • Real time valve and actuator performance information viewable on screen • Easy installation and maintenance using detachable thrust bases • Explosion proof to international standards • Oil bath lubricant provides extended life and the ability to mount in any orientation • On power loss, graphical interface, remote indication and data logger are maintained and accessible ● 3rd Generation Intelligent Actuator
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    Programming Specifications • Keepwater level just below depth of weirs • Time to drain pond from holding depth to outlet invert is 17.5-hours • Open outlet 56.5 hours into a 24-hour storm event to drain by 72-hours
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    Acknowledgements • Ben Hammond,Woolpert • Dr. Christophe Darnault, Clemson University • Dr. Rui Xiao, Clemson University
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