Practice Moisture Maximization Approach - 14.3.2.1 | 14. Probable Maximum Precipitation (PMP) | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does PMP stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what the maximum represents in terms of rainfall.

Question 2

Easy

What is the formula for estimating PMP?

💡 Hint: Consider the terms for observed precipitation and maximum precipitable water.

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Question 1

What does PMP stand for?

  • Primary Maximum Precipitation
  • Probable Maximum Precipitation
  • Projected Maximum Precipitation

💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'probable' signifies regarding predictions.

Question 2

True or False: The Envelopment Curve Method utilizes data from a single storm to estimate PMP.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how combining data can yield better insight.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a storm with observed precipitation of 50mm and a maximum precipitable water of 100mm, calculate the PMP using the Moisture Maximization Approach.

💡 Hint: Focus on how the proportions work.

Question 2

Critically evaluate the Transposition Technique. How would you adjust its use given climate change impacts on storm properties?

💡 Hint: How does climate variability affect storm frequency?

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