The IDF table equation storm data isn't producing the correct intensities in my catchments.


  
 Applies To 
  
 Product(s):
Bentley SewerGEMS, Bentley CivilStorm, Bentley StormCAD
 Version(s):08.11.XX.XX
 Environment: N/A
 Area: 
 Original Author:Mark Pachlhofer, Bentley Technical Support Group
  

Problem

The IDF table equation storm data isn't producing the correct intensities in my catchments. How do I fix that?  

Solution

This is a known issue that has been reported to development  for a fix in a future release of the product (report number 352663).

The workaround should be done as follows:

1) Create a user defined IDF table in the Storm Data dialog by clicking on the drop down arrow next to the first icon and choose User-Defined IDF Table.

2) Add the return period or range of return period and add the range of durations.

3)  Copy/paste in the intensity values from the IDF table equation by selecting all the cells in the table and using the CTRL + C keys on your keyboard and the using control + P keys to paste the values into the first  cell in the frequency column .The video below outlines how to perform steps 2-3. 

4)  Set the global storm event (Components > Global Storm Events) to use the user defined IDF table as your storm event.