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  1. SimplyCivil

    Maximum Flow Through 3/4" Copper K?

    Hi there, I'm a new EIT and starting to get more involved with small water systems. One question that keeps on cropping up is "What is the maximum flow possible through [X] diameter pipe?" For a practical example, let's use a 6-inch watermain in the road (say @50-80psi Static) and a connection...
  2. SimplyCivil

    Grading Design - Good reference materials for new EIT?

    Hi all, I'm a recent university grad and starting work as an EIT. I'm interested in learning more about site grading design, reference materials and practice problems that may be available. Our firm typically does small-medium scale municipal (roads, land development, parking, storm ponds...
  3. SimplyCivil

    First Time Creating a System Curve

    I'm an EIT looking for advice on how to properly create the system curve for a simple water distribution network. I understand conceptually that it is the resistance the pump will "see" due to friction, fittings, etc. I was told there is only one unique (H vs Q) curve for a given system, but...

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