Urban infrastructure, hydrology, and biodiversity. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ...

Urban hydrology is a rapidly evolving field that examines the complex interplay between natural water processes and the built environment. Increasing urbanisation and climate change have ...

Urban stormwater study finds little difference between managed, unmanaged flows Date: September 16, 2021 Source: Penn State Summary: Findings from new research suggest that stormwater management ...

Urban development in the eastern United States results in an increase in flash flooding in nearby streams, but in the arid West, urbanization has just the opposite effect, according to a ...

Like other urban areas around the world, in recent years L.A. has been transforming into a “sponge city,” replacing impermeable surfaces, like concrete, with permeable ones, like dirt and plants.

Flash flooding, stormwater runoff, and sewage overflows are big problems for urban creeks. Between rain events, these creeks often dry up, leaving no pools of water to support fish and wildlife.

TEMPLE – Dr. Jaehak Jeong sees the effects development has on the Lampasas River watershed every time it rains and water streams toward storm drains. Jeong, a Texas A&M AgriLife ...