§ 5.3.2. Maximum Velocities
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Maximum velocities in conduits are important because of the possibility of excessive erosion of the storm drain pipe material. Table 5-1 lists the maximum velocities allowed at the peak rate flow during the 25-year event.
Table 5-1
Maximum Velocity In Storm Drains
Type Maximum Permissable Velocity Storm Drains (inlet laterals) No limit Storm Drains (trunk) 20 fps