Install retention/detention ponds and bioswales
Install retention/detention ponds and bioswales (or biofiltration swales) to collect, redirect, and filter stormwater.
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Install retention/detention ponds and bioswales (or biofiltration swales) to collect, redirect, and filter stormwater.
Install swales and ditches to help improve stormwater drainage. This can also include implementing contouring or rain gardens to reduce surface runoff which can help
Large woody debris (fallen trees, logs, and branches) can be placed in streams to reduce the flow of water and help connect the stream channel
Identify locations where detours are needed, design detours and alert communication systems.
Plant native vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and grasses along slopes to prevent erosion.
Prohibit heavy loads on weakened pavements in the immediate aftermath of a flooding event to prevent sudden failure or severe damage. Identify appropriate detour plans.