Collection and distribution system of water Intakes / Intake Structures It is the structure built in the body of water to draw water from the source. Source may be canal, river, dam. It is built as an integral part of the source. Function of Intakes … [Read more...] about Intake structures | Function and types of Intakes
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Population density | Factors affecting population density
Population density It is defined as the number of persons per unit area. It is commonly represented as people per unit area, which is derived simply by dividing total area population / unit land area Population density can be computed for any area if we know the area and the population. The population density of cities … [Read more...] about Population density | Factors affecting population density
Forecasting population | Methods of forecasting population
Forecasting population To design a structure, forecasting population is required. The population of a particular area is increasing gradually. The cause of this increment may be Development of new industries If there are new big industries developed in an area, then population of that area is increased. Because people will migrate towards the industrial area to find … [Read more...] about Forecasting population | Methods of forecasting population
Definition of design period | Factors affecting design period
Design period Design period may be defined as It is the number of years in future for which the given facility is available to meet the demand. Or The number of years in future for which supply will be more than demand. … [Read more...] about Definition of design period | Factors affecting design period
Definition of fire demand | Methods for estimation
Fire Demand Fire demand is the amount of water required to extinguish fire. Or … [Read more...] about Definition of fire demand | Methods for estimation