Optimization model for the operation of flood control systems

Abstract

A methodology employing recursive linear programing as the optimization tool is presented for the analysis of multireservoir flood control systems. By means of dividing the flood period into shorter operational periods it is shown how the system policies may be adjusted to incorporate the latest forecast information and thus ensure maximum flexibility under actual operating conditions. A basic assumption is that decisions regarding the number, location, and size of the individual reservoirs in the system have previously been made.