Water escape

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  • 19/03/2025 at 3:02 pm #8861
    mashood ahsan
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      how long does the water take to get absorbed by the ground (water runoff), Does water evaporate quickly or does it take time to runoff

      20/03/2025 at 3:59 pm #8871
      Anthony Brady
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        Hi Mashood,

        We encourage students to conduct independent research and review the Additional Information documents for each Design Area.

        In rural Timor‑Leste, with its high vegetation and sparse infrastructure/impermeable surfaces, you can assume that 80–95% of rainfall is absorbed into the soil. This corresponds to a runoff coefficient of 0.05–0.15 with typical infiltration rates of 25–50 mm per hour, supporting efficient water absorption in tropical environments. These assumptions are useful for hydrological modelling and water resource planning for your design solutions.

        Cheers,
        Anthony

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