Stormwater Management

Control of stormwater runoff has always been one of the more important aspects of land development. However, control of runoff is only one aspect of stormwater management. Stormwater management also includes stormwater treatment, pollution prevention and groundwater recharge. Awareness of the importance of stormwater management has been growing over the last fifteen years. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MADEP) have adopted regulations governing stormwater management with which municipalities, developers and private land owners must comply. Adherence to these regulations is essential for protecting the quantity and quality of surface waters and groundwater.

Our services related to stormwater management include: Drainage Studies Analysis of existing drainage/flooding problems Pre-development vs. post-development analysis Build-out analysis Stormwater/Drainage System Evaluation and Design Pipe conveyance system including manholes, catch basins / inlets, and outlets Treatment Best Management Practices (BMP's) Low Impact Development (LID) design consideration Erosion controls Retention / Detention Basin Analysis / Evaluation and Design Basin sizing, siting, and routing Floodplain Studies Construction Services Layout Inspection Regulatory Matters Permitting Conformance with local, state and federal regulations Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Plans Peer Review

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