Integration of Hydraulic Sewer
Models and GIS
A Case Study

Esri User Group Paper #359

Abstract

This paper will present the results of an extensive development effort over a three-year period. InfoWorks is the result of this effort. This software is unique in many aspects and redefines the way modelers use data, manage models information, and track work progress. It features an audit trail, one common database, and full Esri graphics via MapObjects as the embedded graphics engine. It also quickly and seamlessly imports and exports to ArcView GIS as well as ASCII and various relational databases.

This paper will present the results of several case studies of its use in major cities around the United States. In most cases the case studies are reflective of InfoWorks integrating with legacy GIS within the municipal environments.

Authors

Thomas C. Davies, P.E.
Applied Geographic Technologies, Inc.

Paul Banfield
Wallingford Software, Ltd.

Presentation Index

Slides 1-10 Slides 11-20 Slides 21-30 Slides 31-40 Slides 41-48
Title Issues - Model Building Statistical Reports Inference Tools FTW - Diameter Map
Thanks To Model Building with GIS GIS Basin Data Case Studies FTW - The Details
InfoWorks CS Model Data vs GIS Data GIS Network Data Austin Seattle
Background External Data GIS Composite Data Austin - Raw Data Seattle - GIS Integration
The Problem Raw Data Issues - Data Management Austin - Model Seattle - GIS Importer
Integration Levels Pipe Identification Data Management Austin - GIS Importer Summary
Model Updating Issues - Analysis InfoWorks Version Mgmt Fort Worth Typical Scenario
Summation Information Analysis Data Sources FTW - Data Merging Preferred Scenario
Issues - Simulation Results Data Flags FTW - GIS Overlay
Simulation Engine Result Reports Missing Data FTW - Elevation Model

Author Contact Information

Acknowledgments

Thanks to:

Dong Nguyen, PE - City of Austin
Peter Fu, PE – City of Fort Worth
Wayne Zahn, PE – City of Seattle
Chuck Linders and Bob Carr - Earthtech
Brad Pierce and Dale Orth - Applied Geographic Technologies

Endnotes

All screen captures in this presentation were created from actual project data within InfoWorks CS ™ and ArcView ™.  
For additional information please contact the author at the address listed below. 

Author Contact Information

Thomas C. Davies, P.E.
President
Applied Geographic Technologies, Inc.
800-523-0056
817-870-1503
http://www.overflows.com
tcdavies@overflows.com