Water Science & Technology · 1995 · 10 citations · 0 references
Natural ResourcesUrban PlanningWater Resources ManagementDrainage EngineeringStormwater ManagementWater Resources EngineeringDetention SystemsStormwater DrainageStormwater Drainage SystemsUrban Drainage SystemsUrban Flood ManagementWater Management SystemsConstruction Of Detention FacilitiesDetention FacilitiesDetention Storage DesignInstallationsMaintenance Of Detention BasinsOn-site Stormwater RetentionStormwater Storage DesignStormwater Storage Systems
On-site stormwater detention (OSD) requirements are applied by most municipalities in Sydney, Australia. Persons redeveloping properties served by existing drainage systems must provide storages for stormwater, to compensate for increased runoff from the new development. While OSD is widely accepted, procedures differ considerably between municipalities. Many designers criticise guidelines and design methods, and express doubts about the maintenance and economy of OSD systems. This paper surveys the application of OSD in Sydney, describes typical installations, and reviews their effectiveness. It sets out the main arguments for and against OSD systems, discusses alternatives, and indicates how systems and procedures will evolve in the future.