Drainage disposal

Fittings, Fixtures And Services 3(1+2)

Lesson 10 : Water supply system, drainage system and drainage bye laws

Drainage disposal

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  • The ultimate disposal for storm water is onto land (by infiltration to grounbdwater) and to water environments (river, lake, ocean).
  • They use infiltration as a general technique.
  • Techniques for storm water reuse the ultimate flow to water environments in order to improve flow management.
  • Thereby reducing the frequency and extent of flooding.
  • At the same time these techniques are generally remove pollutants (particulates and oils) prior to the water reaching a river, lake or the sea.
  • They create amenities such as wetlands, waterfowl habitats and water-based passive and active recreational facilities.
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