Public Works: Stormwater Collection & Treatment

Advanced Drainage Systems purchases FLEXSTORM

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:19:02 EST

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (ADS) has acquired Inlet & Pipe Protection, Inc., manufacturer of FLEXSTORM storm water inlet filters.

The new stormwater rule for MS4s

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:01:58 EST

Everything you need to know to develop a compliant program for your next permit.

Effluent vs. runoff: separate and definitely not equal

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 03:15:04 EST

Teach regulators the difference between MS4s and POTWs vis-a-vis nutrient control.

Trendsetters: Mothers of invention

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:24:22 EST

Four readers who have delivered the most bang for the taxpayer’s buck.

Water Environment Federation shows difference in managing stormwater, wastewater

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:24:00 EST

The Water Environment Federation’s Stormwater Report acknowledges the fact that many wastewater agencies around the country are having to assume stormwater management responsibilities as well.

Free sample stormwater maintenance agreement

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:50:49 EST

The Stormwater Equipment Manufacturers Association’s Operation and Maintenance Agreement includes templates for inspection checklists for each type of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) including water quality buffers.

Billions could be needed to comply with stormwater regs in Calif.

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 06:42:18 EST

Newly approved rules could compel cities in California'a Los Angeles County to spend billions to prevent pollution from surface runoff.

EPA gives Philadelphia $3M for green stormwater solutions

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:11:20 EST

The US EPA will be providing $3 million to Philadelphia in research grants for projects that will study the benefits of green solutions to control storm water pollution in the city.

RJN Group performing storm sewer inspection and evaluation

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 04:05:26 EST

RJN is performing an evaluation of the City of Falls Church, Virginia storm water collection system in the Hillwood Ave/Douglas Ave area and the Maple Ave/Broad Street Ave area.

Why agriculture will continue getting a free pass vis-à-vis water quality.

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:02:12 EST

With commodities prices double and even triple average due to drought-induced shortages, let's pick a long-overdue fight by pressuring the agricultural industry to share the pain of restoring the nation's waters.

Stormwater debris capture

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:59:37 EST

‘Just-in-time’ water delivery for farmland irrigation

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:04:27 EST

A computerized distribution system lets farmers control from their computer, smartphone, or iPad how much water they use and when.

APWA Top 10 Leaders of 2012 predict industry trends

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:04:38 EST

American Public Works Association's top leaders of 2012 forecast the most important trend that will shape their profession during the next few years.

EPA offers potential flexibility on sewer repair costs

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 01:40:24 EST

The new U.S. EPA guidance designed to rationalize city and county public works expenditures on Clean Water Act compliance is meant for localities such as Peoria, Ill. The city is in the midst of negotiations with the EPA on a consent decree covering combi

Coastal water quality remains stable

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:04:58 EST

As the U.S. EPA updates 25-year-old recreational water safety standards, the Natural Resources Defense Council's (NRDC) recent water quality analysis reveals that 2011 beach closings and advisories fell 3% from 2010, even though 2% more sites were monitor

PDX enhanced deicer management system

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:05:09 EST

This real-time monitoring and automation helps plant operators determine and control the options for water storage, treatment, and release.

Web Extras July 2012

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:05:18 EST

Click here for a comprehensive list of mobile apps and additional content from this month's issue!

Removing pavement deicer from stormwater runoff

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 12:44:41 EST

An anaerobic processing system cuts one airport's water pollutants by almost 90%.

Stormcon heads to Denver

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 12:45:09 EST

2012's annual gathering of stormwater managers, vendors, and regulators.

U.S. mayors urge EPA to reform water regulation plan

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 12:46:35 EST

The third most-costly item for most cities is providing clean water per EPA standards. Local government expenditures to remain compliant have increased from $50 billion in 1995 to $103 billion in 2009 while the federal government kicks in only $2 billion annually for the state revolving loan program.