Drainage and Utilities CONNECT Edition Help

Culvert Inlet Coefficient Library

Culvert coefficient data can be specified using Analysis > Components > Catalog > Culvert Catalog (Inlet Coefficients). In this dialog, the user can create unique culverts, or import culvert coefficients, from an existing library of coefficient values. The data required for a culvert is shown below. Values for the coefficients and how they can be determined can be found in HDS-5.


In most cases, the user will prefer to select a culvert definition from the default library. The user can pick Browse or Import from library to see the list of existing definitions as shown below:


The values for Chart, Nomograph and Forms can be found in HDS-5. When importing a culvert definition from the library, it is best to use the values from the library. The manipulation of these referenced values is not advised, without justification.