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Water Conservation and Scheduling Flashcards

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  1. What is a catch-can test primarily used to measure?

    Answer: Precipitation rate and distribution uniformity

    A catch-can test measures precipitation rate and distribution uniformity by collecting sprinkler output in small containers placed around a zone.

  2. What is the formula for calculating precipitation rate in inches per hour?

    Answer: 96.25 × GPM ÷ area (sq ft)

    Precipitation rate (in/hr) = 96.25 × GPM ÷ area in square feet, converting flow to an application depth.

  3. A water audit yields a distribution uniformity of 0.62. This result indicates the system is:

    Answer: Poor and should be improved

    A DU of 0.62 (62%) is poor; the Irrigation Association recommends a minimum DU of 0.75 for turfgrass systems.

  4. What is the most common cause of dry spots in a zone when run time appears adequate?

    Answer: Low distribution uniformity from improper spacing or worn nozzles

    Dry spots despite sufficient run time usually result from poor DU caused by improper head spacing or worn nozzles leaving low-coverage areas under-irrigated.

  5. Which US organization offers the Certified Irrigation Auditor (CIA) credential?

    Answer: Irrigation Association (IA)

    The Irrigation Association (IA) administers the Certified Irrigation Auditor program, setting national standards for irrigation auditing.

  6. What minimum distribution uniformity does the Irrigation Association recommend for turfgrass irrigation systems?

    Answer: 0.75 (75%)

    The Irrigation Association recommends a minimum DU of 0.75 for turfgrass, meaning the lowest-quarter areas receive at least 75% of the average application.