Description
Since its inception more than 50 years ago, The Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association (WVWA) has promoted intelligent land use practices Continue reading
Constructed Wetland
Ursinus College Constructed Wetland
Description
The Ursinus College wetland is found in the northwest section of the campus, drains a 38-acre watershed encompassing many college buildings, parking lots and recreational facilities. Continue reading
Stony Creek Farms Development Stormwater Management Techniques
Description
Stormwater BMPs were installed to mitigate some of the environmental impacts associated with the construction of Stony Creek Farms, a planned residential community for active adults aged 55 and older. Continue reading
Shelly Square Shopping Center Stormwater Management Techniques
Description
Spring Hill Realty designed a stormwater management system for Shelly Square Shopping Center, completed in 2006, using a unique “stacked” approach. Continue reading
Pennswood Village Stormwater Management Techniques
Description
Pennswood Village, a Quaker directed retirement community in Bucks County places great value on ecological systems, stewardship of the land, and education. Continue reading
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Stormwater Management Techniques
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The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is the last remaining freshwater tidal wetland in Pennsylvania. Continue reading
Downingtown Tech Center Basin Stormwater Management Techniques
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Downingtown Borough and its vicinity have been plagued with serious flooding and water quality impairment problems. Continue reading
Cobbs Creek Corridor Stormwater Management Plan
Description
To improve a corridor of Cobbs Creek upstream from the existing Marshall Road restoration site, A.D. Marble and Company designed a site plan in 2005 for the Philadelphia Water Department. Continue reading
Temple University – Ambler Healing Garden
Description
The Ernesta Drinker Ballard Memorial Healing Garden exemplifies Temple University Ambler Landscape Arboretum’s three educational tenets: the historic role of women in horticulture, agriculture and design, the health benefits of gardens, and the concept of sustainability. Continue reading