ASCE MOP 79

Published by American Society of Civil Engineers

Summary

ASCE Manual of Practice 79 — Steel Penstocks. The reference for hydropower and large-diameter steel water-conveyance design covering hydraulic design, transient analysis, and structural considerations.

Key sections

• Hydraulic transient analysis (water hammer)
• Surge tank + air-release valve sizing
• Allowable wall thickness for static + transient pressures