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Q2 (40 pts): Consider the water distribution network shown in the figure below and the different

water demands assigned to each node given in the accompanying table. Assume all nodes have the

same elevation.

Part A: Use the Darcy-Weisbach method to determine the discharge in each PVC ("smooth")

pipe and the pressure head at each node. An example calculation for each step is required, but

you can show the convergence of your solutions by presenting only the tables (from Excel) for

each iteration. Please ensure your tables are legible, easy to follow, and organized. Submit the

Excel file as part of your .zip folder.

Part B: Solve the problem using EPANET. How do the results compare to your hand

calculations? Please include a screenshot of your final results in the EPANET (i.e., showing

flows and pressures) model to accompany your discussion. Submit the EPANET model as

part of your .zip folder.

Part C: Assume the total demand at node E is now 0.6 cfs and that the required minimum

nodal pressure is 75 psi. Use EPANET to redesign the system by changing the diameter of one

pipe and provide a brief justification for your choice. Note: only replace one pipe at a time. Do

not replace multiple segments.

Please include a screenshot of your final results in the EPANET (i.e., showing flows and

pressures) model to accompany your discussion. Submit the EPANET model as part of your

.zip folder.

1000 ft

12 in

Water Users

C

Industrial

Commercial

Commercial

Residential

Residential

Residential

Commercial

Fire flow demand

1250 ft

12 in.

1000 ft

8 in

1050 ft

8 in.

1100 ft

8 in.

Figure 2: Diagram of the water distribution network, including the lengths and diameters of the

pipes.

12 in.

1250 ft

Table 1: Water demands for nodes in the water distribution network.

6.77 acres

2.90 acres

2.90 acres

E

12 in.

600 ft

120 persons

502 persons

598 persons

3.30 acres

Area or population Max. daily unit

served

consumption

21,000 gal/acre/day

45,000 gal/acre/day

45,000 gal/acre/day

270 gal/person/day

270 gal/person/day

270 gal/person/day

45,000 gal/acre/day

0.94 cfs

Connecting Node

B

E

E

D

D

F

D


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