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Garden Fixtures Water Consumption

Reference data and engineering information about garden fixtures water consumption for sanitary drainage applications.

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Overview

Engineering reference data for Garden Fixtures Water Consumption in sanitary drainage.

Key Formulas

Manning's Equation

Q=1nARh2/3S1/2Q = \frac{1}{n} A R_h^{2/3} S^{1/2}

Open channel flow.

Slope

S=ΔhLS = \frac{\Delta h}{L}

Hydraulic gradient.

Variables

SymbolDescriptionUnit
QQFlow ratem³/s
nnManning roughness
AAFlow area
RhR_hHydraulic radiusm

Fixture Water Consumption Data

3 rows
Approximate water consumption rates for common garden fixtures.
Garden Fixture
Approx. Water Consumption(gpm)
Approx. Water Consumption(l/s)
Garden Hose - 1/2"30.2
Garden Hose - 3/4"60.4
Sprinkler - Lawn3-70.2 - 0.5

Source: engineeringtoolbox.com

Interactive Charts

Fixture Water Consumption and Required Water Supply

References