Bentley WaterCAD 2026: Water Distribution System Modeling Software

WaterCAD 2026 is Bentley Systems' specialized software for water distribution system analysis and design, enabling engineers to conduct comprehensive hydraulic modeling for system planning and operational optimization .

Key Features

Hydraulic Analysis

• Steady-State & Extended Period Simulation: Analyze system behavior under normal and peak demand conditions

• Fire Flow Analysis: Evaluate system capacity for fire protection requirements

• Water Quality Modeling: Track chlorine decay, water age, and contaminant transport

Design & Calibration

• Automated Design: Pump selection, tank sizing, and pipe network optimization

• Model Calibration Tools: Compare simulated vs. measured data for accuracy validation

• SCADA Integration: Import real-time operational data for model initialization