Shelter from the storm
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Small municipalities must apply for a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systempermit if they are going to discharge pollutants from their storm-water systems. The small municipalities were originally exempted from phase 1 regulations of the Clean Water Act so that critical discharge problems could beattended to. The costs associated with getting the permits can be enormous for small municipalities. But progams that control pollution of storm-water runoff at the source rather than at the end can reduce permit application costs.
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 1993
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Financing the future of storm water
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The Stormwater Environmental Utility (SEU) was established in Sarasota County, FL, to obtain funds for stormwater management programs. The SEU develops and manages a master planning program for stormwater runoff. Project plans are developed in cooperation with engineering consultants and other agencies which may provide valuable input. Sarasota County also has an agreement with the city regarding collaboration to perform stormwater planning, improvement and maintenance.
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 1996
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Above par storm-water management
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Storm-water-treatment wetlands are shallow ecosystems created to enhance storm-water quality. The interaction of plants and microorganism in these wetlands eliminate pollutants like pesticides, metals, and sediments. These wetlands can be also aesthetically integrated into developments as part of the landscaping or the drainage system. Their application in golf courses show a 90% reduction in pollutants and 95% removal of suspended solids.
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 1997
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