Return Period
A return period describes how often an event of a given magnitude is expected to occur, expressed in years.

Definition

A return period describes how often an event of a given magnitude is expected to occur, expressed in years. It is a statistical measure, not a prediction.

Why it matter

Supports risk assessments and design standards.

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