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Slope
Calculator
Calculate drain pipe slope, drop, and grade for sanitary and storm drainage
Input Parameters
Pipe Length (ft)
Pipe Diameter (in)
2"
3"
4"
6"
8"
Slope Per Foot (in/ft)
1/4" per ft (standard)
1/8" per ft (large pipe)
1/2" per ft (min for 1.5-2")
Calculate
Results
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Total Drop
in
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Total Drop
ft
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Slope
%
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Est. Velocity
ft/s
Reference
IPC/UPC: 1/4" per ft for 3" and smaller 1/8" per ft for 4" and larger Min velocity 2 ft/s for self-cleaning