Optimizing Reservoir Resources

Introducing the next generation in optimization modeling.

This book presents a dynamic new approach to optimization modeling in the design and management of surface water reservoirs. More accurate in its representation of critical flows than traditional synthetic hydrology approaches, ReVelle s model utilizes both deterministic and stochastic constraints to derive a unified water supply, allocation, and reallocation optimization model.

Dr. ReVelle begins with an in-depth presentation of conventional approaches to optimizing various reservoir functions and services-including water supply, flood control, hydropower, irrigation, navigation, and recreation. He then describes a method to enhance performance by allocating services and functions. Finally, he develops a unified optimization model that can be applied both to existing reservoirs and in the design of a new generation of efficient surface water reservoirs.

A valuable working resource for water resources analysts, engineers, and managers, Optimizing Reservoir Resources features:
A new model to achieve desired levels of water supply reliability.
A multiobjective framework for exploring reservoir services.
Storage rule curves derived with anti-zigzagging methods.
Improved cost allocation models.
Original techniques for linearizing the nonlinear hydropower equation and for the derivation of the storage-energy curve.
Techniques for allocation and reallocation of reservoir services through the derivation of an economic supply curve.