The misuse of hydrological modeling in the establishment of stormwater management regulations

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Abstract

The design of stormwater management systems has become common practice in the last twenty years. These types of analyses are based upon the design and construction of isolated ponds based upon pre- and post-development flow rates, volumes and water quality parameters. These design principles have been codified in the various regulatory bodies that govern the process in the state of New Jersey and other jurisdictions. This paper addresses some of the engineering flaws that are rarely challenged by the profession. The micro- and macro-management of stormwater design is examined from a design engineer's viewpoint based upon the traditional establishment of design values and not just meeting regulatory edicts. The continuation of engineering design based upon design values that are not verifiable will only result in more wasted resources.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationWRPMD 1999
Subtitle of host publicationPreparing for the 21st Century
PublisherAmerican Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
ISBN (Print)0784404305, 9780784404300
DOIs
StatePublished - 1999
Event29th Annual Water Resources Planning and Management Conference, WRPMD 1999 - Tempe, AZ, United States
Duration: Jun 6 1999Jun 9 1999

Publication series

NameWRPMD 1999: Preparing for the 21st Century

Other

Other29th Annual Water Resources Planning and Management Conference, WRPMD 1999
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityTempe, AZ
Period6/6/996/9/99

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Computer Networks and Communications

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