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How Vegetation Affects Stormwater Performance – The Good and the Bad
Vegetation plays a critical role in stormwater management. When properly selected and maintained, plants improve water quality, stabilize soils, and help stormwater facilities function as designed. When vegetation is neglected, invasive, or overgrown, it can reduce hydraulic capacity, damage infrastructure, and create long-term compliance and maintenance challenges. Understanding the good and the bad of vegetation…
Hydrodynamic Separators: When Are They Needed?
Hydrodynamic separators (HDS) have become a go-to tool in modern stormwater management – especially for sites where space is limited or pretreatment is required to keep downstream systems functioning as designed. But many property managers and facility owners still aren’t sure when these devices are necessary, how they work, or what maintenance they require. This…
Industrial Park Stormwater Management: Compliance, Inspections & Maintenance
Industrial parks face some of the most demanding stormwater requirements of any commercial property type. With large impervious surfaces, outdoor operations, and shared drainage networks, these sites must balance regulatory compliance, effective day-to-day stormwater management, and routine maintenance to keep systems functioning as designed. Whether you oversee a single facility or an entire multi-tenant industrial…
Comparing Structural vs. Non-Structural Stormwater BMPs
Stormwater regulations across the Mid-Atlantic continue to tighten – and for good reason. As development increases and rainfall patterns shift, effective stormwater management is essential for protecting local waterways, reducing flood risks, and maintaining compliance. At the center of these efforts are Best Management Practices (BMPs): the tools, strategies, and systems used to control runoff,…
Maryland Stormwater Compliance Guide
When it comes to stormwater management, Maryland sets a high bar. The state’s program emphasizes protecting local waterways and the Chesapeake Bay through proactive design, permitting, and maintenance requirements. For commercial property managers and owners, understanding these regulations is key to staying compliant and protecting your investment. Let’s break down how Maryland’s stormwater rules work…
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Vegetation plays a critical role in stormwater management. When properly selected and maintained, plants improve water quality, stabilize soils, and help stormwater facilities function as...
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