Stormwater drags nutrients like phosphorus into drains, which lead to lakes and streams hurting water quality. They can also create algae blooms. "The volume itself of stormwater — the large rainfalls, intense rainfalls that we've seen — those can be challenging for the infrastructure that trans...
Our stormwater drains are getting extra work this year. And with more rainfall in the forecast this week, it's put a certain problem front and center. We wanted to know: How can we reduce stormwater runoff? And why is it a concern? Good Question. Jeff Wagner got an up close look at...
Other runoff coefficients use different units of measurement for the other variables such as area in m2and intensity in mm/hr. Several runoff coefficient tables exist for calculating stormwater runoff, such theRunoff Coefficient (C) Fact Sheetby the California State Water Resources Control Board. Onl...
Sediment basins are the single best form of sediment control, but the outlet structure discharge rate is key to optimizing performance. Several options have been utilized to control the discharge rate and dwell time within the basin, but the standard method of discharge has traditionally been a ...
Surface runoff and stormwater The pollution of surface runoff by pharmaceuticals is related with various activities: the use of solid sludge from WWTP for soil amendments, the use of reclaimed wastewater for soil irrigation, the use of slurry and liquid manure as fertilizers, and urination and defe...
It reduces stormwater runoff from homes and businesses It can solve the drainage problems on your property while providing you with free water It uses simple technologies that are inexpensive and easy to maintain It can be used as a main source of water or as a back up source to wells and...
A conductivity meter calibration typically involves rinsing the probe, immersing it in standard solutions of known conductivity, adjusting the meter readings to match the standards, January 10, 2025 Blog Stormwater Monitoring Parameters Stormwater monitoring shows urban runoff’s hidden impact. It involves...
Urbanization and climate change are contributing to severe flooding globally, damaging infrastructure, disrupting economies, and undermining human well-being. Approaches to make cities more resilient to floods are emerging, notably with the design of flo
TheCity of Seattleis helping residents reduce stormwater runoff through its RainWise Rebate Program. If you qualify, the City of Seattle will pay up to 100% of the cost of installing rain gardens and cisterns, based on how many square feet of roof runoff is controlled. More info:RainWise –...
Moss is often used to preventsoil erosionon steep hillsides. Planting it as a groundcover can stabilize the soil surface and protect it from eroding due to stormwater runoff and wind. Since it doesn’t taste good, moss isn’t attractive to wildlife. ...