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What is the title of the manual discussed in the document?
What is the title of the manual discussed in the document?
Queensland Urban Drainage Manual
What year was the fourth edition of the manual published?
What year was the fourth edition of the manual published?
2016
Who are the joint owners of the copyright for this manual?
Who are the joint owners of the copyright for this manual?
Department of Energy & Water Services (DEWS) and the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland Division Ltd (IPWEAQ)
What is the email address of Ross Guppy, the Director of Technical Products at IPWEAQ?
What is the email address of Ross Guppy, the Director of Technical Products at IPWEAQ?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a chapter in the manual?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a chapter in the manual?
Which organization published the first edition of the manual in 1992?
Which organization published the first edition of the manual in 1992?
The manual offers a warranty or guarantee regarding the accuracy and reliability of its methods and recommendations.
The manual offers a warranty or guarantee regarding the accuracy and reliability of its methods and recommendations.
The authors and sponsoring organizations will be liable for any damages caused by the use of the manual's methods and recommendations.
The authors and sponsoring organizations will be liable for any damages caused by the use of the manual's methods and recommendations.
What does the abbreviation 'IPWEAQ' stand for?
What does the abbreviation 'IPWEAQ' stand for?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an appendix in the manual?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an appendix in the manual?
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Queensland Urban Drainage Manual Purpose
Queensland Urban Drainage Manual Purpose
A document providing guidelines for stormwater management and drainage design in Queensland.
Stormwater Planning
Stormwater Planning
The process of managing water runoff from rain in urban areas.
Legal Aspects
Legal Aspects
Rules and regulations related to drainage systems and construction.
Catchment Hydrology
Catchment Hydrology
Study of water flow and movement within a drainage basin.
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Detention/Retention Systems
Detention/Retention Systems
Methods for temporarily storing stormwater to manage peak flows.
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Computer Models
Computer Models
Software tools used to simulate stormwater runoff and drainage systems.
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Urban Drainage
Urban Drainage
Design and management of systems to convey runoff water from an urban area
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Stormwater Outlets
Stormwater Outlets
Points where stormwater leaves a drainage system.
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Open Channels
Open Channels
Channels that convey water without a covering.
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Waterway Crossings
Waterway Crossings
Infrastructure elements for crossing waterways in drainage systems.
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Environmental Considerations
Environmental Considerations
Protecting the natural environment during urban drainage projects.
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Safety Aspects
Safety Aspects
Guidelines and precautions for worker and public safety in drainage projects
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Drainage Design
Drainage Design
Developing the layout and specifications for a drainage system.
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Manual Use
Manual Use
Proper application of drainage design methodologies.
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Regional Factors
Regional Factors
Local conditions affecting drainage planning.
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Hydrology Study
Hydrology Study
Analysis of water flows and characteristics
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Stormwater Management
Stormwater Management
Handling and controlling runoff water.
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Drainage System Design
Drainage System Design
Planning the layout of pipes and channels to carry water
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Professional Judgement
Professional Judgement
Using experience and knowledge to properly interpret and apply manual.
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Appropriate Design Procedures
Appropriate Design Procedures
Strategies and steps for a good urban drainage design
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Assessment
Assessment
Evaluating drainage designs according to the requirements and objectives
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Manual Edition
Manual Edition
A different version of a document with updated information.
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Copyright Owners
Copyright Owners
Organizations legally owning the rights to the publication
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Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (2016)
- Fourth edition of the Queensland Urban Drainage Manual, published in 2016 by the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Queensland Division (IPWEAQ)
- Earlier editions include the 2013 third edition (Department of Energy and Water Supply), 2008 reprint of the second edition, 2007 second edition (Volume 1 only), 1994 second reprint (editions 1-2), 1993 first reprint (edition 1-1), and 1992 first edition (Department of Primary Industries)
- Published by IPWEAQ
- Copyright held jointly by the Department of Energy & Water Services (DEWS) and IPWEAQ
- Some diagrams are from Catchments & Creeks Pty Ltd
- Acknowledges Brisbane City Council's contribution and continued involvement
- Manual aims to be appropriate for Queensland conditions and aims for verification of methods and recommendations
- No warranty or guarantee is provided regarding accuracy, reliability, suitability, or results of the methods.
- The authors and sponsoring organizations are not liable for any damages or losses caused directly or indirectly by using the manual
- Professional interpretation and judgment are needed to apply the manual.
- Manual contents include:
- Introduction: Use, background notes, regional factors
- Stormwater Planning: Purpose, general considerations, objectives, principles, and other related philosophies, and national context
- Legal Aspects
- Catchment Hydrology
- Detention/Retention Systems
- Computer Models
- Urban Drainage
- Stormwater Outlets
- Open Channels
- Waterway Crossings
- Environmental Considerations
- Safety Aspects
- Miscellaneous Matters
- References
- Index
- Appendices (Pipe flow design charts, Structure pressure change coefficient charts, Road flow capacity charts)
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