Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Jia Wang, Lloyd H. C. Chua, Peter Shanahan
Summary: This study presents a reaction-based model to predict nitrogen and organic dynamics in bioretention systems, showing that enhancing nitrogen removal can be achieved by increasing basin volume and setting an optimal hydraulic conductivity for subsurface infiltration.
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ewa Burszta-Adamiak, Malgorzata Biniak-Pierog, Pawel B. Dabek, Aleksandra Sternik
Summary: Rain gardens, as part of blue-green infrastructure solutions, are increasingly implemented in cities. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a rain garden in capturing runoff from a building's roof in an urban area. The results showed that the rain garden demonstrated good hydrological performance.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
R. Andrew Tirpak, A. R. M. Nabiul Afrooz, Ryan J. Winston, Renan Valenca, Ken Schiff, Sanjay K. Mohanty
Summary: This article summarizes the current design BSM specifications adopted by jurisdictions worldwide, compares the performance of conventional and amended BSM, highlights the advantages and limitations of BSM amendments, and identifies challenges for implementing amendments in field conditions.
Article
Engineering, Civil
W. A. Lisenbee, J. M. Hathaway, R. J. Winston
Summary: Bioretention systems are effective in reducing stormwater runoff, but modeling of these systems has received less attention. This study compared the performance of DRAINMOD-Urban and SWMM LID module, and found that DRAINMOD-Urban replicated drainage hydrographs better while SWMM produced better overflow hydrographs. The results suggest an opportunity for model coupling to improve bioretention cell modeling.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Beryani, Alisha Goldstein, Ahmed Mohammed Al-Rubaei, Maria Viklander, William F. Hunt, Godecke-Tobias Blecken
Summary: This study evaluated the operational status of twenty-six biofilter facilities across nine cities in Sweden, revealing issues such as consistent soil media composition, low hydraulic conductivity, and insufficient ponding volume in some facilities. Poor pre-treatment stages and sediment accumulation were identified as primary causes for operational problems. Suggestions for addressing these design and maintenance issues were also provided.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Fidyasari Kusuma Putri, Entin Hidayah, Mokhammad Farid Ma'ruf
Summary: Low impact development (LID) is a sustainable land use and planning strategy that aims to minimize the environmental impacts of development, and has shown success globally in managing stormwater and promoting water reuse. However, its suitability in developing countries like Indonesia remains uncertain and requires further investigation.
WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jiayi Li, Teresa B. Culver, Padmini P. Persaud, Jon M. Hathaway
Summary: This study developed nitrogen removal models with different numbers of nitrogen pools, and found that the 0-order kinetics model is not suitable for simulating nitrogen removal in bioretention systems, while the 1st order kinetics and Michaelis-Menten equation models perform well. The best model can accurately predict nitrogen event mean concentrations in bioretention systems and outperforms the SWMM by predicting 20% more events.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Wei Ding, Fan Wang, Huapeng Qin, Chenxi Xia
Summary: In this study, the apportionment of nitrogen leaching in bioretention systems (BRSs) with three different plants was investigated. The results showed that the majority of nitrogen leaching comes from slow leaching, while fast leaching is mainly influenced by previous rainfall-runoffs. The study also identified the different sources of nitrogen leaching (NO3-, dissolved organic nitrogen, and NH4+) and the controlling mechanisms for each source. This research contributes to the understanding of nitrogen leaching in BRSs and can inform future improvements in the design and risk assessment of green infrastructure.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zheng Kong, Haiyuan Ma, Yunqian Song, Xinyue Wang, Liqing Li, Yunsong Yuan, Zhiyu Shao, Hongxiang Chai
Summary: Media amendment significantly enhances the removal of dissolved nutrients in bioretention systems, but it is challenging to maintain both stability and efficiency during long-term operation. Therefore, in practical applications, factors such as catchment characteristics, prioritized pollutants, and meteorological factors should be considered when selecting suitable amended media and design factors to maximize the stability and efficiency of bioretention systems.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kelsey Smyth, Jennifer Drake, Yourong Li, Chelsea Rochman, Tim Van Seters, Elodie Passeport
Summary: A 2-year field study on microplastic pathways in urban stormwater runoff and bioretention cells found that urban stormwater runoff is a concentrated source of microplastics whose concentrations are influenced by specific climate variables. Bioretention cells are effective in filtering out microplastics and preventing their spread downstream, highlighting the potential for current low impact development practices to limit microplastic contamination in larger aquatic systems.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jeremie Bonneau, Gislain Lipeme Kouyi, Laurent Lassabatere, Tim D. Fletcher
Summary: Bioretention systems are widely used globally to mitigate urban stormwater runoff impacts, and accurate modeling of physical processes within these systems is crucial. A generic model was developed and tested, showing good performance in replicating underdrain outflow rates but discrepancies in simulating water levels within the bioretention basin.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chelsea J. Mitchell, Anand D. Jayakaran, Jenifer K. McIntyre
Summary: Bioretention is widely used for stormwater management, but the treatment performance for certain organic and biological pollutants remains unclear. This study evaluated the treatment of fecal indicator bacteria (FIB) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in stormwater runoff by different bioretention mixtures. The results showed that all treatments effectively removed PAHs, and biochar amendments improved the treatment of FIB. These findings indicate the potential of bioretention for remediating PAHs in stormwater and enhancing microbial treatment of bacteria.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Yang, Zheng Kong, Haiyuan Ma, Zhiyu Shao, Xinyue Wang, Yu Shen, Hongxiang Chai
Summary: This study developed a water quality model to predict the dynamics of ammonium and nitrate in a biochar-pyrite amended stormwater biofilter. The model revealed that pyrite-based autotrophic denitrification contributes to nitrate leaching alleviation, and the effect improves with increased drying duration. Nitrate removal efficiency is influenced by design parameters, with pyrite filling rate having a minor effect. Service area ratio and submerged zone depth are key parameters in preventing nitrate leaching.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. W. Mcgauley, A. Amur, M. Shakya, B. M. Wadzuk
Summary: This study demonstrates that green stormwater infrastructure, specifically a rain garden, can achieve a degree of natural hydrology and highlights the necessity of long-term monitoring for performance assessment and variability analysis.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nian Hong, Qin Cheng, Buddhi Wijesiri, Erick R. Bandala, Ashantha Goonetilleke, An Liu
Summary: This study introduces an innovative modeling approach integrating the Tank Model with the adsorption-desorption characteristics of filter media to simulate a bioretention basin. The results show that the modeling approach is capable of accurately simulating outflow and overflow volumes, with outlet water quantity significantly influenced by total rainfall depth. Additionally, the study suggests that a treatment train would be more effective than a sole treatment system, particularly for large rainfall events.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Micah Strauss, Bridget Wadzuk
Summary: As storm events become more frequent and intense, there is a growing focus on operations and maintenance practices. To optimize infrastructure investments, communities are establishing effective operations and maintenance programs. This study developed an approach to assess system vulnerability using real-time sensors and created an alert rating system to prioritize maintenance of stormwater facilities.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Tobias Mueller, John Komlos, Conor Lewellyn, Andrea Welker, Robert G. Traver, Bridget M. Wadzuk
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the cause of performance decrease in an underdesigned infiltration trench without pretreatment. The results indicate that the performance decrease is caused by a combination of three clogging mechanisms.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Wessam Mohammed, Andrea L. Welker
Summary: Green stormwater infrastructure, a sustainable solution for controlling stormwater runoff, has been widely used in developed areas. This study investigated the impact of gate condition, pipe diameter, and soil compaction on the performance of a multistage basin. The results showed that the reduction of the outlet pipe diameter was the most effective characteristic in reducing outflow volume and flow peak under the opened-gate setup, while the soil type was the most effective characteristic under the closed-gate setup.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Wessam Mohammed, Andrea L. Welker
Summary: Vegetated basins are an effective stormwater control measure that can reduce flooding and improve water quality within watersheds. Increasing the number of basins and maintaining a closed outlet can significantly enhance volume reduction and peak flow attenuation in the watershed.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Danielle Holt, Victoria Reis, Richard Ampomah, Christine Smith, Virginia Smith, Kristin Sample-Lord, Andrea Welker, Robert Traver
Summary: Stormwater management practices, such as bioinfiltration systems, are important in urban environments for improving water quality and quantity. However, when these systems underperform, it can result in significant restoration efforts and costs. This study develops an assessment framework to identify the causes of underperformance and recommends targeted rehabilitation techniques, ultimately reducing restoration costs and improving system sustainability.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Devin Thomas Krasowski, Bridget Wadzuk
Summary: This study evaluated the use of a leaf porometer to estimate evapotranspiration (ET) in green stormwater infrastructure (GSI). The results showed a significant correlation between ET and stomatal conductance in lysimeters planted with black chokeberry and seaside goldenrod. The study demonstrates the utility of stomatal conductance in describing plant performance in GSI.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Achira Amur, Bridget Wadzuk, Robert Traver
Summary: The study examined the long-term response of a bioinfiltration rain garden to different rainfall events and found that the existing design standards did not fully consider the variety of storms experienced. The findings provide lessons for the design and policy standards of green infrastructure.
HYDROLOGICAL PROCESSES
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Ali Ebrahimian, Bridget Wadzuk
Summary: This study utilizes a hybrid, multicriteria, group decision making approach to prioritize research needs for green stormwater infrastructure (GSI). The approach considers technical, economic, social, and environmental factors to aid decision making. The method is simple, systematic, and suitable for real case studies, making it a valuable tool for urban GSI entities.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Amanda Hess, Bridget Wadzuk, Andrea Welker
Summary: This study proposes a new approach to incorporate the function of evapotranspiration (ET) into the design of stormwater control measures (SCMs), using a mathematical model to estimate void space recovery. The model was validated using data from rain garden lysimeters in Pennsylvania, and the results showed that void space recovery ranged from 15% to 40% depending on various factors.
JOURNAL OF IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
V. B. Smith, M. W. McGauley, M. Newman, A. Garzio-Hadzick, A. Kurzweil, B. M. Wadzuk, R. Traver
Summary: Currently, the limited access and utilization of stormwater data hinder advancements in understanding and decision making due to obstacles in data format, storage, retrieval, and quality control. A novel data model, called the Stormwater Infrastructure Data Model (SIDM) is developed to efficiently manage stormwater-specific data, promote scientific research in stormwater planning and management, and facilitate knowledge sharing among researchers, utilities, and municipalities.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
Hossein Hosseiny, Richard Ampomah, Madhat Fares, Angela Cotugno, Bridget Wadzuk, Virginia Smith
Summary: This paper presents an ensemble of methods for determining the variations in the efficiency of a common small curb inlet that directs runoff to green stormwater infrastructure. A physical model and two computational models were built and compared. The results showed that longitudinal slope and runoff rate affect the curb inlet efficiency, while crossroad slope has a positive impact. Both computational models accurately captured the variations and trends in efficiency, with HEC-RAS having a lower error than Ansys Fluent.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE WATER IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Lesmes A. M. A. Jerez, Andrea L. Welker, Stanley J. Kemp, Virginia B. Smith
Summary: This study evaluated the relationship between changes in urban stream water quality and the intensity of human activity during the COVID-19 pandemic in a specific area of Pennsylvania. The findings suggest that significant water quality changes coincided with a dramatic decline in human mobility. The study provides evidence that cell phone tracking can be used to identify the impact of urban nonpoint sources on stream water quality spatially and dynamically.
JOURNAL OF WATER RESOURCES PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)