# Water Distribution Modeler

> Water distribution system modeling skill for pipe networks, pump analysis, and fire flow

- Skill: `a5c-ai/water-distribution-modeler` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add a5c-ai/water-distribution-modeler`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/a5c-ai/water-distribution-modeler/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: a5c-ai (https://skillmd.com/u/a5c-ai)
- Updated: 2026-09-09
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/a5c-ai/water-distribution-modeler

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# Water Distribution Modeler Skill

## Purpose

The Water Distribution Modeler Skill analyzes water distribution systems including pipe network analysis, fire flow evaluation, and pump performance assessment.

## Capabilities

- Pipe network analysis (Hardy-Cross, Newton-Raphson)
- Fire flow analysis
- Pump curve analysis
- Storage tank sizing
- Pressure zone analysis
- Water quality modeling
- Extended period simulation
- System optimization

## Usage Guidelines

### When to Use
- Designing water systems
- Evaluating system capacity
- Analyzing fire flow
- Optimizing operations

### Prerequisites
- Network topology defined
- Demand patterns established
- Pump curves available
- Tank data complete

### Best Practices
- Calibrate with field data
- Model multiple scenarios
- Verify pressure limits
- Consider emergency conditions

## Process Integration

This skill integrates with:
- Water Distribution Design

## Configuration

```yaml
water-distribution-modeler:
  analysis-types:
    - steady-state
    - extended-period
    - fire-flow
    - water-quality
  solvers:
    - gradient
    - linear-theory
  components:
    - pipes
    - pumps
    - tanks
    - valves
```

## Output Artifacts

- Network solutions
- Pressure maps
- Fire flow reports
- Water age analysis