Research Article
Jun 1975
Statistical Design of Equalization Basins
Publication: Journal of the Environmental Engineering Division
Volume 101, Issue 6
Abstract
The design of equalization basins is based on a statistical characterization of the influent rates of mass and fluid flow. The statistics required are the means, standard deviations, and correlation times. Design equations are given for the effluent mean and coefficient of variation for both concentration and mean flow rate. In addition, an approximation is suggested for the specification of the probability that the effluent concentration exceeds certain design values. For the case of a first-order reaction in the basin, it is shown that although the effluent mean is reduced, the coefficient of variation may not be reduced significantly in some instances. Design examples and validation of the formulas using actual influent records are included.
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Journal of the Environmental Engineering Division
Volume 101 • Issue 6 • June 1975
Pages: 917 - 933
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© 1975 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Jun 1975
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Dominic M. Di Toro, AM.ASCE
Sr. Research Consulting Engr., Hydroscience, Inc., Westwood, N.J., and Adjunct Assoc. Prof., Environmental Engrg., Manhattan Coll., Bronx, N.Y.
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