Hydraulic Modeling for Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection Systems
Modeling the effects of changing conditions to strengthen utility networks
Hydraulic models reveal where water or wastewater systems may be leaking, experiencing inflow or infiltration, or losing pressure. Hydraulic models also demonstrate the potential effects of new development and the projected decline in performance in aging infrastructure.
With a robust hydraulic model created by WithersRavenel, water and wastewater utility network operators can explore what-if scenarios to determine where to invest in their infrastructure.
WithersRavenel guides clients through the entire process of preparing for, developing, and leveraging an extended-period hydraulic model.
WithersRavenel’s Hydraulic Modeling Services
Data Collection
- Desktop Data Review
- Gap Analysis
- Field Data Collection
- CAD to GIS Conversion
Model Development & Calibration
- Element Attribution
- Model Control Logic
- Base Flow Calculations
- Dry Weather vs. Wet Weather Loading
What-If Scenario Modeling
- Wet Weather Planning
- Proposed Real Estate Development
- Land Use Plan Changes
Fire Flow Analysis
- Steady-State Analysis
- Demand Analysis
Water & Wastewater Master Planning
- Repair, Rehabilitation & Replacement Strategies
- Budget Analysis
- Finance/Funding Recommendations
- Capital Improvement Planning
Our Proven Process
Data Collection
WithersRavenel leverages its in-house surveying and GIS personnel to evaluate existing data, identify data gaps, and collect and compile new data, including materials, sizes, conditions, inverts,
Model Development & Calibration
Our engineers utilize model simulations on a daily basis and are knowledgeable in selecting the most appropriate analysis technique, or combination of techniques, to address each unique challenge.
Water & Wastewater Master Planning & Design
Hydraulic modeling is an important tool in information overall utility system planning and design. We use the latest software and modeling techniques to serve our clients.
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Connect with Our Hydraulic Modeling Experts
Planning for growth, addressing aging infrastructure, or evaluating system performance? WithersRavenel helps water and wastewater utilities across North Carolina and the Southeast use hydraulic modeling to make informed infrastructure decisions.
Our team supports water distribution and wastewater collection system modeling, extended period hydraulic modeling, master planning, fire flow analysis, inflow and infiltration evaluations, and capital improvement planning. Whether you need to assess existing conditions, test future development scenarios, or prioritize repair and replacement strategies, we can help you turn model results into actionable next steps.
Connect with our hydraulic modeling team to discuss how WithersRavenel can support your water and wastewater system planning needs.




