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2001
Author(s): Davis, A.P., M. Shokouhian, H. Sharma, and C. Minami.
Title: “Laboratory Study of Biological Retention for Urban Stormwater Management”
Journal (Issue): Water Environment Research, 73(1): 5-14.
Study Type: Laboratory
Description: First published laboratory study on bioretention effectiveness. Batch, column, and pilot-scale studies proved bioretention is an effective urban stormwater treatment device. The roles of soil, mulch, and plants were evaluated to estimate the treatment capacity from these laboratory studies for heavy metals, phosphorus, and nitrogen species. There was excellent reductions of metals; moderate reductions of TKN, ammonium, and total phosphorus; and there was little reduction in nitrate. Definition: biological retention (bioretention) – combine natural and engineered system to manage stormwater runoff in small developments (0.25 – 2 ac). Designed to hold first flush runoff event.
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