Surface Runoff in Engineering Hydrology Formulas

The Surface Runoff refers to the unconfined flow of water over the ground surface. And is denoted by S_r. Surface Runoff is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Surface Runoff is always positive.

Formulas to find Surface Runoff in Engineering Hydrology

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Engineering Hydrology formulas that make use of Surface Runoff

fxPrecipitation in Rainfall Runoff RelationshipGo

fxRunoff Losses in Rainfall Runoff RelationshipGo

List of variables in Engineering Hydrology formulas

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FAQ

What is the Surface Runoff?

The Surface Runoff refers to the unconfined flow of water over the ground surface. Surface Runoff is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second for Volumetric Flow Rate. Note that the value of Surface Runoff is always positive.

Can the Surface Runoff be negative?

No, the Surface Runoff, measured in Volumetric Flow Rate cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Surface Runoff?

Surface Runoff is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second[m³/s] for Volumetric Flow Rate. Cubic Meter per Day[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Hour[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Minute[m³/s] are the few other units in which Surface Runoff can be measured.

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