Glossary of Irrigation Terms

Glossary of Irrigation Terms

Christiansen's Uniformity Coefficient (CU)

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Christiansen's Uniformity Coefficient (CU)

Sometimes called a uniformity coefficient, this is a measure of how evenly irrigation water is applied across a specific area of landscaping. To calculate, take the average depth to which irrigation water infiltrates the soil, subtract the average deviation from this depth, and then divide the result by the average depth to produce a percentage measurement.