Trench Drain Sizing Calculator

Channel & Outlet Capacity Analysis

Comprehensive analysis tool for sizing trench drains, considering both channel capacity and outlet configurations.

Trench Properties

Drainage Area Properties

Total width draining to both sides (e.g., 20ft = 10ft each side)

Outlet Configuration

unknown

Capacity Assessment

Channel Utilization

0.0%

Outlet Utilization

0.0%

Flow Rates

Trench Capacity

0.00cfs

Required Capacity

0.00cfs

Velocity

0.00 m/s

Flow Regime

subcritical

Drainage Area Summary

200 sq ft

(0.005 acres)

10 ft × 20 ft

Design Considerations

  • Trench capacity should exceed expected runoff by at least 20%
  • Flow velocity should prevent sediment accumulation
  • Consider safety factor for intense rainfall events
  • Account for future changes in drainage patterns