The Ditch Slope Calculator is a simple yet powerful tool designed to calculate the slope of a ditch quickly and accurately. By entering the Horizontal Distance (H) and Vertical Distance (V), this calculator provides the following key results:

• Slope Angle: The angle of the ditch slope in degrees.
• Slope (%): The percentage of the slope.
• Ditch Length (L): The slant distance of the ditch.

1. Slope Angle Formula

The slope angle ($\theta$) is calculated using the arctangent function:

$\theta = \arctan\left(\frac{V}{H}\right)$

Example Calculation:

• Horizontal Distance (H) = 6 ft
• Vertical Distance (V) = 2 ft

$\theta = \arctan\left(\frac{2}{6}\right) = \arctan(0.333) = 18.43^\circ$

2. Slope Percentage Formula

The slope percentage (S%) is calculated as:

$S\% = \left(\frac{V}{H}\right) \times 100$

Example Calculation:

• Horizontal Distance (H) = 6 ft
• Vertical Distance (V) = 2 ft

$S\% = \left(\frac{2}{6}\right) \times 100 = 33.33\%$

3. Ditch Length Formula

The ditch length (L) is the slant distance and is calculated using the Pythagorean theorem:

$L = \sqrt{H^2 + V^2}$

Example Calculation:

• Horizontal Distance (H) = 6 ft
• Vertical Distance (V) = 2 ft

$L = \sqrt{6^2 + 2^2} = \sqrt{36 + 4} = \sqrt{40} = 6.32 \, \text{ft}$

Why Use the Ditch Slope Calculator?

This calculator is particularly useful for:

• Civil Engineers: Ensuring ditch slopes meet safety and design requirements.
• Landscapers: Designing ditches with precise slopes for water flow.
• DIY Projects: Accurately calculating ditch dimensions for personal projects.