Microcomputer Simulation of Canal Operation

Abstract

A computer model for the simulation of canal operation was developed. The model is applicable for any nonbranching canal system composed of a series of channels separated by control structures. The programming language used was BASIC, a language suitable to most microcomputers. The Delta Field Division Canal of the California Aqueduct was used for an example simulation and verification. A comparison of data computed by the model to observed data indicated good agreement.