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RAINWATER HARVESTING DETAILS

Maximum rainfall intensity calculation


Rational formula for calculating run-off = CIA
Q = Runoff in cubic metre
A = Area in sq.m
C = Co- efficient of run-off based on manual on norms and standards for environment clearance of
large construction projects,Ministry of environment and Forests,Government of India.
I = Intensity of rainfall in mm based on IMD Data
Peak rainfall during one hour of rainfall (mm) = 85mm/hr
Total Run- off : Roof Top
Intensity of rainfall =85mm/hr
Drainage area in sq.m = 74762.7 sq.m
Coefficient of run-off =0.80
Therefore , runoff =0.8 X 0.085 X 74762.7 = 5083.86 cubic metre/hr
Total Run- off : Paved surface
Intensity of rainfall =85mm/hr
Drainage area in sq.m = 32003.5 cubic metre
Coefficient of run-off =0.70
Therefore , runoff =0.70 X 0.085 X 32003.5 = 1904.20 cubic metre/hr

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