Table 1.

Summary of hydraulic modelling undertaken for the works at the different design stages

 CFD modellingPhysical modelling
Hydraulic structurePre-contract awardPost-contract awardPre-contract awardPost-contract award
Existing storm pumping stationYesNoNoYes
Modified storm pumping stationYesYesYesYes
Low-flow pumping stationYesYes (for design changes)YesYes
Inlet channelYesYesYesYes (to verify design changes)
Inlet channel (temporary works)NoYesNoNo
Interception chamberYesYesYesYes (to verify design changes)
Connection culvertYesYesYesYes
Vortex generator and drop tubeYesYes (for design changes)YesYes (vortex generator)
Drop shaftYesYes (for design changes)YesNo
Horizontal deaeration chamber and connection tunnelYesYesYesNo

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