Abstract
Traditionally, stormwater runoff from impermeable surfaces has been intercepted and discharged swiftly to receiving systems. Rapid growth of urban and industrial areas has resulted in an increase in impermeable surfaces such as roofs, highways and paved surfaces, placing an increased burden on existing drainage networks and urban watercourses.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 44-45 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Volume | 11 |
No. | 1 |
Specialist publication | Concrete Engineering International |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Building and Construction
- General Materials Science