3.3.2 - Design of Urban Drainage Systems
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Practice Questions
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What is the Rational Method?
💡 Hint: Think of 'Rational' as a systematic approach to calculations.
Name one component of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems.
💡 Hint: Focus on infrastructure that manages stormwater.
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What method is commonly used to estimate peak discharge in urban drainage design?
💡 Hint: Consider which method accounts for urban land conditions.
True or False: Retention ponds are designed to temporarily hold stormwater.
💡 Hint: Think about their long-term function.
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Design a simple urban drainage system for a small park that includes at least one type of pond. Include calculations for peak discharge assuming a storm event.
💡 Hint: Use the Rational Method for your peak discharge calculation.
Assess the potenital benefits of using permeable pavements in a parking lot versus traditional asphalt. Discuss environmental impacts, costs, and long-term benefits.
💡 Hint: Think about the upfront costs versus potential savings over time.
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