Integration of irrigation district personnel with canal automation projects

Canal companies are adapting automation equipment to assist in the management of their canal systems and provide water to users at a near constant flow rate. Many of these canal companies have been motivated out of need to meet the water demands of their customers while limiting flow rate and depth...

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Published in:Irrigation science 2016-01, Vol.34 (1), p.33-40
Main Authors: Stringam, Blair L, Tom Gill, Brian Sauer
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agriculture
Aquatic Pollution
Automation
Biomedical and Life Sciences
Boards
business enterprises
Canals
Climate Change
Constraining
consumers (people)
Customers
Districts
Environment
Flow rate
Flow rates
governance
human resources
Irrigation
Life Sciences
Management
Original Paper
Sustainable Development
Waste Water Technology
Water depth
Water Industry/Water Technologies
Water Management
Water Pollution Control
Water resources management
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Summary:Canal companies are adapting automation equipment to assist in the management of their canal systems and provide water to users at a near constant flow rate. Many of these canal companies have been motivated out of need to meet the water demands of their customers while limiting flow rate and depth fluctuations. Several canal automation schemes have been successful, while a few systems have had problems. After studying 179 canal automation projects, key points have been identified that contribute to the success of the automation systems. The most important factor is that the automation system has the support of the board of directors and the management personal. Other factors include a supportive automation company, use of simple, understandable sensors, and reliable equipment.
ISSN:0342-7188
1432-1319
DOI:10.1007/s00271-015-0477-1