Lesson 14: Green-Ampt Infiltration Equations

Learning Objectives

• Define the terms in the equation for Darcy's Law
• Define the terms in the equation for hydraulic head for subsurface soil moisture
• Use effective saturation concept to evaluate initial moisture conditions
• Utilize Green-Ampt infiltration equations to estimate infiltration for stready rainfall

Handouts (bring to class)

• Green-Ampt Infiltration

Reading Assignment

• None

Homework Problems

• Problem 16