WaterCAD

WaterCAD: Water Distribution Modeling and Management Software

WaterCAD is water distribution modeling and management software used by civil engineers and urban planners to design and analyze water infrastructure systems, models pipe networks, pumps, valves, and hydrants to simulate real-world conditions.

What is WaterCAD?

WaterCAD is a specialized software application used for water distribution system modeling, analysis, and management. It is designed specifically for civil engineers, urban planners, and other professionals working with water infrastructure.

The software allows users to create digital twins of real-world water networks, incorporating all physical components like pipes, pumps, valves, storage tanks, and water sources. WaterCAD has advanced modeling capabilities to simulate various hydraulic conditions and demands within the network.

Key features and functions of WaterCAD include:

• Pipe network modeling with a detailed catalog of water infrastructure components
• Hydraulic simulation using steady-state and extended period hydraulic analysis
• Water quality analysis for factors like chlorine decay and water age
• Capital and operational cost estimation tools
• Scenario management for comparing design alternatives
• Advanced reporting, visualization, and data extraction tools

Water utilities and engineering firms rely on WaterCAD for planning, designing, and operating water networks, distribution systems, and sewer collections systems. It can analyze thousands of network scenarios to help optimize system performance and prepare for population growth or other future demands.

WaterCAD Features

Official Links