The Setup module is used to configure the inputs, models, and outputs that define the behavior of a watershed. It also enables you to build a visual representation of the watershed for display in the map window. Within this module, you'll define the watershed’s physical layout, including map layers and time series icons. This section provides an overview of the Setup interface.

To access the Setup module, click the Setup tab in the Watershed Pane, or select the Setup button from the Modules Toolbar.

Layout

The key components of the Setup module are illustrated in the figure below.

Watershed Name

The name of the watershed is displayed at the top of the Setup tab.

Watershed Tree

The watershed tree lists all elements of the watershed model, including the model alternatives, stream alignments, and forecast runs.

Content Pane

The content pane shows detailed information about the item selected in the watershed tree. For example, when a forecast run is selected, the content pane displays details such as the forecast run key and the associated model alternatives.

Menu Bar Overview

When the Setup module is active, the menu bar provides access to tools that support the setup and configuration of the watershed. While the File, View, Maps, Scripts, Tools, Windows, and Help menus are covered in the Main Window Overview, the Watershed and Models menus contain specific options related to watershed setup.

Watershed Menu

  • Watershed Properties - View and edit general properties of the watershed.
  • Files - Access a list of files associated with the watershed.
  • Stream Reach Alias Editor - Edit aliases for stream reaches.
  • List of Streams - View stream names along with their descriptions.
  • Team
    • Sync with Master Watershed - Upload local watershed files to the master watershed location.
    • Download Master Watershed - Download files from the master watershed repository to your local environment.
  • Stream Alignment
    • Import - Import stream alignment data from a shapefile.
    • Export - Export current stream alignment to a shapefile.

Models Menu

  • Next Steps - View a checklist of recommended steps for initial watershed setup.
  • Program Order - Define the execution sequence for plugin models.
  • Import - Import model alternatives into the watershed project.
  • Model Alternative Keys - Assign unique keys to identify model alternatives.
  • Forecast Runs - Create and manage forecast run configurations.
  • Model Linking - Define how different models are connected or share data. 
  • Edit Extract - Create and manage groups for input data extraction.
  • Edit Post - Create and manage groups for posting forecast results.
  • HMS - Access tools for resolving HEC-HMS schematic drawing issues (More information can be found here).
    • Forecast Alternative Manager -  Add, edit, or delete HEC-HMS forecast alternatives.
    • Junction Location Mapper - Display the location of each HEC-HMS junction in relation to the stream alignment.
    • Reach to Stream Mapper - Show how each HEC-HMS reach maps to the stream network.
    • Coordinate Information -  View the coordinate system used by the HEC-HMS model.

Stream Alignment Toolbar

When the stream alignment is displayed in the Setup module Map Window, two additional tools become available: the Stream Alignment Tool and the Stream Node Tool.

 Stream Alignment Tool - Use this tool to create, edit, or delete elements that make up the stream alignment. The Stream Alignment represents the stream network within the watershed.

 Stream Node Tool - This tool lets you create and edit stream nodes and junctions within the stream alignment. Stream nodes define the start and end points of stream elements and represent locations where streams connect (junctions).