| Abstract A three-dimensional time-dependent
hydrodynamic model of Onondaga Lake, an inland lake in central New York, emphasizing the
simulation of dynamics and thermal structure has been developed. The model is based on the
ECOM family of models; this version, called ECOMsiz, employs a semi-implicit time
splitting algorithm and a z-level vertical coordinate system. Proper assignment of
boundary conditions, especially surface heat fluxes, has been found crucial in simulating
the lake's hydrothermal dynamics. Formulas for atmospheric radiation and sensible and
latent heat fluxes are introduced, which have been found most appropriate for evaluating
the heat budget for this midlatitudinal urban lake. The ECOMsiz model has been calibrated
and validated against data for two years, 1985 and 1989, representing a wide spectrum of
atmospheric and hydrographic conditions in the lake. These two years, marked by
significantly different freshwater inputs from tributary inflows, ionic waste loadings,
wind forcing, and atmospheric heating and cooling, form a firm basis for evaluating the
robustness of the hydrodynamic model. The simulation period chosen for both years, April
through October, spans the entire range of lake physical processes as it covers the
well-mixed spring condition, the summer period marked by strong vertical stratification,
and the well-mixed fall period. Significant differences in thermal structure have been
observed in 1985 and 1989 as a result of different meteorological conditions. The mixed
layer depth in 1985 is about 3 m deeper (about 9 m) than that in 1989 (about 6 m),
consistent with a stronger prevailing wind in 1985. The model has successfully predicted
the mixed layer depth for both the years. The model computed total heat storage for both
years is in good agreement with the observed conditions.
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