Practice Use of Isopluvial Maps - 13.8 | 13. Maximum Intensity / Depth-Duration-Frequency Relationship | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does an isopluvial map show?

💡 Hint: Think about what an isotherm shows but for rainfall.

Question 2

Easy

Why are isopluvial maps important?

💡 Hint: Consider how planning would be affected by lacking data.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of an isopluvial map?

  • To show temperature variations
  • To show rainfall depth or intensity
  • To display geographical borders

💡 Hint: Think about the measurements we discussed.

Question 2

Is it true that isopluvial maps can help estimate design storms in places with no gauges?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember who benefits most from these maps.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a simple urban drainage plan for a hypothetical city using isopluvial maps data and outline how you would prioritize areas for drainage improvements.

💡 Hint: Think about where the rainfall is heaviest and how that affects runoff.

Question 2

The city has no rainfall gauge but has received data from surrounding areas. How would you use isopluvial maps to advise on flood management?

💡 Hint: Look at the surrounding data points for guidance.

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