Allocation of Flow to Plots in Pressurized Irrigation Distribution Networks: Analysis of the Clément and Galand Method and a New Proposal
Publication: Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Volume 135, Issue 1
Abstract
This article reviews the method for allocating flow to irrigation plots proposed by Clément and Galand in (1979). Mention is made of its shortcomings, such as the lack of consideration given to the specific technical and economic factors governing current pressurized (drip or sprinkler) irrigation systems and how they provide water to plots. We propose a method for fixed irrigation systems, which takes into account the irrigation method on the plot and the existence of an optimum block area. The result is to allocate a constant flow of water to plots up to an established value of maximum surface area. From there on, we propose applying linear increases related to the total plot area. We also present a formula for calculating the maximum number of blocks based on variables that are easily obtainable during the project phase.
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To all students, whose questions allowed the writer to develop this proposal.
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Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Volume 135 • Issue 1 • February 2009
Pages: 1 - 6
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© 2009 ASCE.
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Received: Nov 30, 2007
Accepted: Apr 25, 2008
Published online: Feb 1, 2009
Published in print: Feb 2009
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