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...ert|Infiltration of stormwater, where appropriate, is a preferred practice for managing stormwater runoff, as it reduces pollutants reaching receiving wat
...e|<font size=3>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7Np09bv3fg See a video of permeable pavers being installed as part of the Blooming Alleys project.]</font size>
...able pavement may provide additional benefits, including reducing the need for de-icing chemicals, and providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing surf
...ithout damaging the underlying roof system. Green roofs create green space for public benefit, energy efficiency, and stormwater retention/ detention.|ale
...led, they can choke out desirable plants and compete with desirable plants for nutrients and water. Since tree roots can damage roofing components, timely
...s specific to Michigan shorelines). A list of trainings and certifications for GSI practitioners or those interested in GSI is provided below. Many of the
**Designed for entry-level workers
...pment that concentrates development in a compact area of the site to allow for greater conservation of natural areas. This form of development may also be
*using [[Permeablepavement|pervious pavements]] and [[Green roofs|green roofs]],
...the units.|<font size=3>Photo illustrating permeable interlocking concrete pavement.</font size>]]
...structure. Green Infrastructure elements are planned and managed primarily for stormwater control, but also exhibit social, economic and environmental ben
{{alert|Swales can be an important tool for retention and detention of stormwater runoff. Because they utilize vegetati
This page provides guidance for operation and maintenance (O&M) of <span title="Are configured as shallow,
...ithout damaging the underlying roof system. Green roofs create green space for public benefit, energy efficiency, and stormwater retention/ detention.|ale
...ithout damaging the underlying roof system. Green roofs create green space for public benefit, energy efficiency, and stormwater retention/detention.
...3>Turnaround options for residential streets. Image courtesy of the Center for Watershed Protection, 1997.</font size>]]
Impervious areas such as road and parking pavement, building surfaces, and walkways/driveways significantly increase stormwate
|+Recommended pollutant removal efficiencies, in percent, for green roofs.<br>
...ected to calculate credits. The model selected depends on your objectives. For compliance with the Construction Stormwater permit, the model must be based
...the diverse environment that can inhabit a wetland, they can be beneficial for improving water quality through sediment settling, groundwater infiltration
This page provides guidance for operation and maintenance (O&M) of stormwater treatment wetland practices.
...particulate phosphorus, metals, and most organics. They are less effective for soluble pollutants such as dissolved phosphorus, chloride, and nitrate."> [
...ture'''</span> (GSI) encompasses a variety of practices primarily designed for managing stormwater runoff but that provide additional benefits such as hab
...s a permanent pool of water throughout the year. This pool of water allows for sediment and pollutants associated with that sediment to settle and remain
...rimary function, which is to capture, retain, and treat stormwater runoff. For example, it is generally not appropriate to introduce fish to wet ponds as
...|<font size>Schematic illustrating typical permeable interlocking concrete pavement cross section and basic components of a pervious concrete system.</font siz
...able pavement may provide additional benefits, including reducing the need for de-icing chemicals, and providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing surf
...ng the type of infiltration or bioretetnion device|<font size=3>Flow chart for determining the type of infiltration or bioretention device.</font size>]]
...he time for water to drain to field capacity"> '''drawdown time'''</span>. For basins within trout stream watersheds, the drawdown time is 24 hours or les
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...nd rainwater harvest and use/reuse practices. For basic information on O&M for stormwater and rainwater harvest and use/reuse practices, see [[Operation a
This page provides guidance for operation and maintenance (O&M) of filter strips. <span title="an area of p
...d their effects or impacts."> '''climate adaptation'''</span>, and habitat for bees, butterflies, and other insects and small animals that pollinate.
...n edit and testing page use by the wiki authors. It is not a content page for the Manual. Information on this page may not be accurate and should not be
...itle="This page provides links to pages providing cost-benefit information for stormwater best management practices"> [https://stormwater.pca.state.mn.us/
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This page provides guidance for operation and maintenance (O&M) of stormwater and rainwater harvest and use
This page summarizes some design considerations when trying to maximize the benefits of green infrastructure practices. The
...een infrastructure (GI) benefits of bioretention practices requires design considerations prior to constructing the practice. While site limitations cannot always be