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Flow calculations are based upon full scale testing at the Auburn University Stormwater Research Facility. Drainage times are estimates and can vary with factors such as Water Temperature, Turbidity and Basin Dimensions. For optimal efficiency, User is encouraged to maximize basin depth while maintaining 3:1 Length:Width Basin Dimensions.

Use calculator to create a PDF format. You can print or save the PDF document. Note: You can calculate multiple skimmer basins with this calculator! — click Add Icon to add a basin to the detail.

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Basin ID Basin Type Pond Volume,cf Pond Top,ft Pond Bottom,ft Skimmer Outfall,ft Max Drain,hrs Side Slope,H:V Retention Pool,ft For best Sediment capture, Skimmers should not fully drain the basin. The greater of 20% of pond height, or 1 foot is recommended.
      
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Note: 1. Please upload file which is downloaded using Storm Skimmer Software.
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