Watercad Model Builder

[Yahaira Petrov]

WhenI create a join between a .dbf file and a feature class then right click and export the data to a new feature class it gives me the option to only export the features that had a join associated with it.

Ok I unchecked the box and when I used the copy features tool in model builder I still got all of the features to come through in the copy not just the ones that have joins to them. Is there another tool to do an export in model builder?

All meters are rented on a first come, first served basis. To rent a meter, please call 303-530-4200 to see if a meter is available before you come to the office. Completion of a Fire Hydrant Meter Rental Agreement and separate payments for a damage deposit and a service fee are required. The form includes information on the rental fee, late fees and the cost of water usage. Download and complete the form prior to coming to our office to rent a meter.

Engineering operates and maintains an updated WaterCAD model for our water distribution network. We are able to provide estimated pressures and flows through this model. If you need estimated pressures please give us a call. If it is necessary for a builder to provide the available fire flow information to the local planning or fire protection agencies, or in order to design a sprinkler system, it is possible to make a request for that information from the District by submitting a Request for Estimated Fire Flow Information Form. If sufficient current data exists to estimate the probable flows without a field test, this information will be provided to the applicant and the governing fire authority. If an adequate estimate of flows cannot be made, the applicant will be informed that a flow test will be necessary. The District will schedule flow tests after the applicant has submitted a Fire Flow Field Test Request Form. Flow tests are performed by governing fire protection district personnel, or by a qualified representative acceptable to both the District and fire districts. To ensure that the system is not operated in a manner that will endanger the water system or its customers, a District employee must be present to operate the hydrants and supervise the procedure. An hourly fee, payable in advance, will be charged by Left Hand Water District for a flow test.

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