Development of System Operation Rules for an Existing System by Simulation.
Abstract
Current operation rules for existing reservoir systems have evolved from combinations of operation rules developed for component reservoirs as single units. Consequently, the rules frequently do not permit full realization of the benefits of coordinated system operation. A simulation model has been developed to study a large existing water resource system on the Arkansas, White, and Red Rivers. The system was not previously amenable to comprehensive analysis. A program developed by the Hydrologic Engineering Center, Corps of Engineers, Davis California, was selected for the system study because it appeared to have the capability to consider most of the factors needed for developing operating rules for the system. Basically, the program enables the computer to perform a simulation study that in principle is no different from the routine studies performed in the past; the degree of refinement and complexity, and the speed of computations have been changed. Three simulation studies of alternative operation plans for the system have been completed. Preliminary guide curves have been developed from these simulations and additional regulation guides will be developed soon. Future studies are discussed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- ADA104919
Entities
People
- Augustine J. Fredrich
- C. Pat Davis