Abstract: This paper presents a historical overview of the sewer sediment control projects conducted by the Wet-Weather Flow Research Program of the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The research presented includes ...

Abstract: The objective of this study was to test the performance of a traditional gate-flushing device and a newly designed vacuum-flushing device in removing sediment from combined sewers and CSO storage tanks. A laboratory hydraulic ...

Abstract: This paper presents an overview of causes of sewer deterioration together with a discussion of control methods that can prevent or arrest this deterioration. In particular, this paper covers inline and combined sewer ...

Abstract: This article highlights the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's wet-weather flow management and pollution control research needs and anticipated research directions for the next five years. It outlines the

Abstract: The management of wet-weather flow (WWF) is necessary to maintain the quality of urban water resources. Throughout history, strategies have been implemented to control WWF for many reasons, including flood and water quality ...

Abstract: New methods are used to evaluate stormwater controls and best management practices (BMPs) within a land development context. Costs are developed using published literature and standard cost estimation guides. A method is ...