BMP suitability for different stormwater strategies
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| BMP group | Rechargea | Water qualitya | Channel protectiona | Peak dischargea | Hot spot runoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bioretention | Varies | Yes | Possibleb | No | Yes. Needs underdrain |
| Filtration - media | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Filtration - vegetative | Variesc | Yes | Possibleb | No | Yes |
| Infiltration trench | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Infiltration basin | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Stormwater ponds | Noc | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Constructed wetlands | Variesc | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes. Needs pre-treatment |
| Supplemental BMPs | Varies | Nob | Possible | No | Noe |
a
See section on unified sizing criteria for more information
b
Can be incorporated into the structural control in certain situations
c
May be provided by infiltration
d
When impermeable liners are required or pool intercepts groundwater
eCan be included as part of the treatment train