Non-proprietary, Small Footprint Stormwater Quality Structures for Use in Urban Areas
Author(s):
M. Li, A.B. Raut Desai, M.E. Barrett
Publication Date:
August 2007
Abstract:
Phase II rules of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) require that all new construction projects, as well as reconstruction projects, address issues of stormwater quality. In many cases, retrofitting existing urban rights-of-way is necessary and requires acquisition of additional right-of-way that is cost prohibitive or would prove socially disruptive. In these situations, it may be necessary to use underground stormwater treatment structures. The purpose of this Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) project was to develop simple, effective stormwater quality treatment structures that are simple in design and maintenance but effective in removing regulated stormwater pollutants. The proposed underground stormwater best management practice (BMP) is suited for ultra-urban conditions that require low head loss and highly efficient, low-maintenance and cost-effective stormwater quality treatment within limited rights-of-way.
Report Number:
0-4611-S
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