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− | These sizing equations are suggested for use in calculating the capacity of swales which have a larger proportion of surface flow. i.e. grass swales, rather than [[bioswales]]. | + | These sizing equations are suggested for use in calculating the capacity of swales which have a larger proportion of surface flow. i.e. grass swales, rather than [[bioswales]]. <br> |
| In many cases the length of swale required will exceed the available space, so that an underground [[infiltration trenches|infiltration trench]] or a [[Dry ponds| dry pond]] will be a preferred solution. | | In many cases the length of swale required will exceed the available space, so that an underground [[infiltration trenches|infiltration trench]] or a [[Dry ponds| dry pond]] will be a preferred solution. |
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| {{Plainlist|1=Where: | | {{Plainlist|1=Where: |
− | *L = length of swale in m | + | *''L'' = length of swale in m |
− | *Q<sub>p</sub> = peak flow of the storm to be controlled, in m<sup>3</sup>/s | + | *''Q<sub>p</sub>'' = peak flow of the storm to be controlled, in m<sup>3</sup>/s |
− | *m = swale side slope (dimensionless) | + | *''m'' = swale side slope (m/m) |
− | *S = the longitudinal slope (dimensionless) | + | *''S'' = the longitudinal slope (m/m) |
− | *n = Manning's coefficeint (dimensionless) | + | *''n'' = Manning's coefficient (dimensionless) |
− | *b = bottom width of trapezoidal swale, in m.}} | + | *''b'' = bottom width of trapezoidal swale, in m. |
| + | * ''q'' = flow per unit width (m<sup>2</sup>/s)}} |
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