Abstract: The paper presents a simple model for estimating leakage through a compacted clay barrier for a single inflow event. This algebraic model yields estimates of leakage fraction that compare closely with those obtained by ...

Abstract: To design a drainage system for a landfill cover or bottom liner properly, the engineer must be able to estimate the maximum saturated depth over the barrier for any proposed configuration. This paper presents an analytical ...

Abstract: Explicit formulas for the steady‐state maximum saturated depth over a landfill liner are derived analytically from basic principles of unconfined seepage. The lateral drainage over the liner is described by an extended ...

Abstract: Some simple relationships derived from a generalized reservoir‐routing analysis provide a sound basis for the preliminary sizing of stormwater detention reservoirs. The analysis indicates that the ratio of required storage ...

Abstract: This paper analyzes the performance of landfill leachate collection systems with low‐permeability soil liners under steady‐state conditions. Algebraic equations and graphs are presented for predicting the average and maximum ...

Abstract: Precipitation data collected at fixed time intervals will most likely miss true maximum accumulations for durations equal or close to the sampling interval. This becomes a problem when fixed-interval rainfall data are used ...

Abstract: This paper summarizes methods and results for a recent precipitation frequency study of the Kansas City metropolitan area. The study was motivated by prevalent concern that frequency estimates used for hydrologic design ...

Abstract: The Rational method is widely used in the design of hydraulic structures, such as storm sewers and culverts. Many engineers consider the Rational equation a rule-of-thumb method and dismiss it in favor of regional ...

Abstract: The rational method for determining peak flood discharges has been used for the design of hydraulic structures for decades. Despite the popularity of the method, little attention has been paid to improving guidance for ...