Articles Tagged: Stormwater Maintenance

Slip-Lining Culvert Pipes
Slip-Lining Culvert Pipes
When a culvert begins to corrode, crack, or separate at the joints, engineers and highway departments often face a choice between excavating the old pipe and installing a new one or rehabilitating the existing structure in place. Slip-lining is the most widely used trenchless rehabilitation techniqu…continue
Creating a 5-Year Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) That Survives Elections
Creating a 5-Year Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) That Survives Elections
Stormwater infrastructure rarely captures the political spotlight, yet it is essential for public safety, economic stability, and regulatory compliance. Because major upgrades often outlast an elected official’s term, a 5-year CIP must be built to withstand changing administrations and shiftin…continue
Inspecting Catch Basins and Culverts: A Critical Component of MS4 Compliance
Inspecting Catch Basins and Culverts: A Critical Component of MS4 Compliance
Proper inspection and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure, especially catch basins and culverts, is vital to ensure effective drainage performance, prevent flooding, and comply with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) regulations. These structures are often the first and most visible co…continue
Unlocking Funding: Grants for Stormwater Infrastructure Improvement
Unlocking Funding: Grants for Stormwater Infrastructure Improvement
Upgrading stormwater infrastructure is a pressing priority for municipalities across the country, yet it often comes with a hefty price tag. Whether addressing outdated culverts, installing green infrastructure, or improving data management and compliance under an MS4 permit, funding is frequently t…continue