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<br />. <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />to StateCU and/or SPMAP and/or CDSS data management interfaces that will allow both <br />CU models to remain operational, generate results that are comparable, and use similar <br />input data. Estimate the expected level of programming effort to incorporate the <br />additions, if any, to StateCU. Note that any recommended enhancement to SPMAP CU <br />are expected to be addressed by the SPMAP CU developers as appropriate and will not be <br />scoped under this task. <br /> <br />Task 76 - Phases 1 and 2 StateCU Enhancements <br /> <br />Background: <br /> <br />StateCU is currently a scenario-based consumptive use model. The SPDSS Feasibility Study <br />identified the need to simplify the StateCU interface and input files to allow potential <br />consumptive use estimates at climate stations to be quickly generated. Other revisions identified <br />included simplification of input files and viewing/editing screens. In addition, the Kimberly- <br />Penman consumptive use methodology used by NCWCD and the option to apply elevation <br />adjustments to Blaney-Criddle estimates were recommended. <br /> <br />Objective: <br /> <br />To simplify StateCU based on the SPDSS Feasibility Study recommendations, add the Kimberly- <br />Penman consumptive use methodology, and add the option to apply elevation adjustments to <br />Blaney-Criddle estimates. <br /> <br />Approach: <br /> <br />76.1 Simplify the StateCU graphical user interface to allow process-based analyses along with <br />scenario-based analyses. The revisions will allow users to more easily and quickly <br />estimate potential crop consumptive use at climate stations or for defined geographic <br />regions. In addition, input file requirements and StateCU interface viewing/editing <br />windows will be revised in format to follow the MicroSoft Windows guidelines for layout <br />and "maximum" content. <br /> <br />76.2 Incorporate the Kimberly-Penman method into the StateCU Fortran-based program for <br />execution from a command line prompt. Since the Kimberly-Penman method uses a <br />monthly time step, it is expected that this method will be incorporated into the Fortran <br />program in a similar manner to the existing Blaney-Criddle method. <br /> <br />76.3 Incorporate the use of elevation adjustments to Blaney-Criddle estimates, as recommended <br />by Pochop et al (1984) "Elevation-Bias in SCS Blaney-Criddle ET Estimates." This option <br />would be available for areas where insufficient data exists to develop locally calibrated <br />crop coefficients. <br /> <br />76.4 Update the StateCU documentation to reflect the simplification and revisions made to the <br />graphical user interface, and to provide instructions on the use of the Kimberly-Penman <br />and elevation adjustment methodologies. Update the "StateCU Help" file accessible <br />through the StateCU interface. Create a new StateCU installation package. <br /> <br />Deliverables: <br /> <br />SPDSS Consumptive Use and Water Budget Component <br /> <br />24 <br />