Hi all, Is it possible to set different slopes for the same conduit in ORD? Or define the Invert elevation at an exact point of the conduit. Thank you in advance,

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  • If you want to correctly model a change in the gradient of a conduit hydraulically, then you need to insert a transition node in the conduit, to split the conduit in to two pieces. You can then set the invert of the transition node appropriately to change the gradient of the conduits on either side.

    A transition type of node (as opposed to a manhole type for example) is used where something changes in conduit geometry, such as the shape, size, or gradient. It doesn't have to be a physical chamber that you can climb into.

    The symbology of the transition node could be a cross in plan, and a tiny ball in 3D, such that it's smaller than the conduit and not therefore noticeable. I think the workspaces that we ship with the software include an example transition node.

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