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Direct Surface Runoff is the rain or meltwater that runs off during the rain or melt event as overland flow or in the vegetation cover above frozen soil. Check FAQs
Q=(PT-0.2S)2PT+0.8S
Q - Direct Surface Runoff?PT - Total Precipitation?S - Potential Maximum Retention?

Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS Example

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13.3472Edit=(16Edit-0.22.5Edit)216Edit+0.82.5Edit
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Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Q=(PT-0.2S)2PT+0.8S
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Q=(16-0.22.5)216+0.82.5
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Q=(16-0.22.5)216+0.82.5
Next Step Evaluate
Q=13.3472222222222
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Q=13.3472

Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS Formula Elements

Variables
Direct Surface Runoff
Direct Surface Runoff is the rain or meltwater that runs off during the rain or melt event as overland flow or in the vegetation cover above frozen soil.
Symbol: Q
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Total Precipitation
Total Precipitation is the sum of rainfall and the assumed water equivalent of snowfall for a given year.
Symbol: PT
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Potential Maximum Retention
The potential maximum retention mainly represents infiltration occurring after runoff has started.
Symbol: S
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Direct Surface Runoff

​Go Daily Runoff for Black Soils Type I and Soil having AMC of Type I, II and III for Indian Conditions
Q=(PT-0.3S)2PT+0.7S
​Go Daily Runoff valid for Black Soils under AMC of type I and II for Indian Conditions
Q=(PT-0.1S)2PT+0.9S

How to Evaluate Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS?

Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS evaluator uses Direct Surface Runoff = (Total Precipitation-0.2*Potential Maximum Retention)^2/(Total Precipitation+0.8*Potential Maximum Retention) to evaluate the Direct Surface Runoff, The Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS formula is defined as the nonlinear and complex process, is essential for designing canals, water management and planning, flood control and predicting soil characteristics. Direct Surface Runoff is denoted by Q symbol.

How to evaluate Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS, enter Total Precipitation (PT) & Potential Maximum Retention (S) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS

What is the formula to find Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS?
The formula of Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS is expressed as Direct Surface Runoff = (Total Precipitation-0.2*Potential Maximum Retention)^2/(Total Precipitation+0.8*Potential Maximum Retention). Here is an example- 13.34722 = (16-0.2*2.5)^2/(16+0.8*2.5).
How to calculate Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS?
With Total Precipitation (PT) & Potential Maximum Retention (S) we can find Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS using the formula - Direct Surface Runoff = (Total Precipitation-0.2*Potential Maximum Retention)^2/(Total Precipitation+0.8*Potential Maximum Retention).
What are the other ways to Calculate Direct Surface Runoff?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Direct Surface Runoff-
  • Direct Surface Runoff=(Total Precipitation-0.3*Potential Maximum Retention)^2/(Total Precipitation+0.7*Potential Maximum Retention)OpenImg
  • Direct Surface Runoff=(Total Precipitation-0.1*Potential Maximum Retention)^2/(Total Precipitation+0.9*Potential Maximum Retention)OpenImg
Can the Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS be negative?
No, the Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS, measured in Volume cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS?
Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS is usually measured using the Cubic Meter[m³] for Volume. Cubic Centimeter[m³], Cubic Millimeter[m³], Liter[m³] are the few other units in which Daily Runoff in Smaller Catchments under SCS can be measured.
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