The STORM Calculator has been replaced by BlueFactor. BlueFactor can be used to assess stormwater management for planning applications for small developments within Victoria. It will remain free to use for the next few years.
Please visit BlueFactor and see the FAQ and user tutorials. Email [email protected] for assistance.
MUSIC
MUSIC is a computer model representing a project or catchment area, the drainage connections and a series of stormwater treatments. It simulates rainfall and runoff at six-minute intervals over at least one year, and then treatment by sediment basins, wetlands and other water sensitive urban design measures.
MUSIC is more sophisticated, and allows you to adjust many design dimensions and model a series of treatments, called a treatment train.
To learn more about MUSIC, visit the following webpages:
Melbourne Water MUSIC Guidelines 2024 - Tool guidelines 2024
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Melbourne Water’s MUSIC Guideline 2024
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Melbourne Water has released an updated version of the MUSIC (Model for Urban Stormwater Improvement Conceptualisation) Modelling Guideline.
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on modelling approaches and input parameters for MUSIC models that are submitted to Melbourne Water.
The update was developed by peer review, scientific research, and stakeholder engagement across Melbourne’s stormwater industry. It addresses industry feedback, information gaps, and incorporates recent advancements in both science and industry.
Notable changes include:
- revised rainfall data. New templates better represent rainfall patterns, including the creation of an additional template band.
- clearer guidance on sediment ponds. This will minimise the risk of designing inappropriate treatment systems.
- new guidance on high flow bypasses, overflows, wetlands with multiple inlets.
- Clarifying Melbourne Water’s position that proprietary stormwater treatment devices may not replace nature-based systems in Development Services Schemes.
The new guideline, rainfall templates, and associated maps are available here
Please note, Melbourne Water no longer accepts new models developed using the 2018 templates or guidance.
Clearwater and Stormwater Victoria hosted an information session covering the new guideline and changes, you can find the recording on the clearwater website MUSIC Modelling Guideline 2024 - Webinar 1 May 2024.
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MUSIC Auditor
MUSIC Auditor is a tool used by Melbourne Water and councils to assess MUSIC models and check they comply with Melbourne Water's MUSIC guidelines.
You can check your model before you submit it:
FAQs
If you’re struggling to find the answers you’re looking for, you can check our FAQs here.
