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Dewatering Pump Calculator

Calculate dewatering pump requirements including inflow rate, pump capacity, horsepower, and discharge pipe sizing for excavations.

Inputs

sq ft
ft
ft/min
ft
ft

Results

Seepage Inflow

80.28 GPM

Required Pump Capacity

120.42 GPM

Pump Horsepower0.56 HP
Number of Pumps1
Discharge Pipe Size3 in
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Excavation Area in sq ft and Depth in feet to define the volume to dewater.
  2. Set Soil Permeability — higher permeability (gravel/sand) means faster inflow and a larger pump.
  3. Enter Pumping Distance (ft) and Total Head to account for pipe friction and elevation.
  4. Read Required Pump Capacity (GPM), Pump Horsepower, and Number of Pumps to spec equipment.
  5. Use Discharge Pipe Size to size the discharge header and plan site drainage.
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