In an earlier blog post, we discussed some details regarding modeling overflow gates in HEC-RAS. These gates are typically used in irrigation canals. This blog post generated many interesting questions and comments regarding modeling irrigation canals in general using HEC-RAS. Thus, we felt it might be interesting to address some of these questions in a […]
A great example of where flood inundation maps and accessible flood warning systems can help a community prepare for floods. Contact: Brent Bower FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 206-526-6095 x228 December 15, 2015 Flood Inundation Maps to Enhance Flood Forecasts for the Chehalis River People living along the Chehalis River have […]
Hey Everyone-We’re looking to add to my staff here in the Portland, OR office of WEST Consultants. We are looking for talented, forward-thinking, problem-solving, ambitious, and creative hydraulic engineers to work with me and my staff on some exciting projects. WEST offers a dynamic work environment where our talented teams are solving some of the […]
Though it’s not very common, it is possible to get negative flows over inline structures for unsteady flow simulations. It’s much more likely you’ll see negative flows over a lateral structure though. Negative flows are simply discharges in your model going the opposite direction than what you have defined as the downstream direction (or primary […]