Create gravity pipe networks using creation tools in Civil 3D

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When creating a gravity pipe network in Civil 3D, if you have not sketched the pipe design,

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or if you want more control of the design as you go, you can use the Pipe Network Creation Tools.

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From the Home tab, in the Create Design panel, click Pipe Network and select Pipe Network Creation Tools.

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In the Create Pipe Network dialog, add the following information for this example:

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Network Name: Network 2

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Network parts list: [C] Storm Sewer

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Surface name: Select a surface to connect to the pipe network. VO-SM

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Alignment name: Select an alignment to connect to the pipe network. LONG CT

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Structure label style: [C-Plan] Storm ID [0.08]

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Pipe label style: [C] Storm [0.08]

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Click OK.

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In the Network Layout Tools dialog, select a structure and a pipe from the catalog lists:

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For structure, choose the 24x24 inch Rectangular Structure

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For the pipe, choose an 18 inch Concrete Pipe

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Lay out your network from upstream to downstream using the Pipes and Structures command.

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In the Toolspace, open the Prospector tab.

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Expand Pipe Networks > Networks, and then the pipe network name.

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In this example, Network 2 is selected.

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This displays the structures and pipes you just created.

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Use the Object Viewer if you want to look at the network in 3D.