The Fundamentals of Field Inspections for Catch Basins, Culverts, and Outfall.

Field inspections of catch basins, manholes, culverts, and outfalls form the foundation of responsible stormwater management. These routine checks give municipalities an ongoing view of the condition of their drainage network and allow crews to identify issues long before they become flooding hazard…continue

Recognizing Early Signs of Habitat Disruption Around Drainage Structures

Habitat disruption around drainage structures is often subtle at first, and many of the earliest signs tend to appear during ordinary field work rather than during formal environmental surveys. Because highway departments and public works crews encounter these locations regularly, they are in the be…continue

Maintaining Stormwater Drainage Assets with Modern Management Software

*The screenshots used in this article are from Roadwurx, an asset management software created for road maintenance departments. Managing a town’s stormwater system can quickly become overwhelming when maintenance and inspection records are scattered across clipboards, spreadsheets, or dusty fi…continue

Five Red Flags in Culvert Inspections (and the Tools to Spot Them Fast)

Culverts are among the most overlooked pieces of municipal infrastructure, yet they play a critical role in keeping roads passable and communities safe from flooding. When a culvert fails, the results can be immediate and costly: road washouts, property damage, and emergency closures. That is why re…continue

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

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

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

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