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Villanova University Builds "Wetlands"




Vilanova University "wetlands" Villanova University "created" a new wetlands area from a retention basin.  "... existing stormwater detention basin on Villanova University property has been converted into an extended detention wetland BMP (Center for Watershed Protection 1996)  ... wetland treats runoff from a 41 acre site that includes approximately 16 acres of impervious surface, ..."

" ... site has been instrumented to collect flow and level data, as well as conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and temperature measurements.  ... An educational sign has been installed to enhance the learning experience. ..."

 

Via: Villanova University Link

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Posted by Green Dude on October 8, 2008 06:23 AM | |





Category: Wetlands



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