Theses and Dissertations
Issuing Body
Mississippi State University
Advisor
Gallo, C. Warren
Committee Member
Martin, James
Committee Member
Schauwecker, Timothy
Committee Member
Wilkerson, Wayne
Date of Degree
5-1-2010
Document Type
Dissertation - Open Access
Major
Landscape Architecture
Degree Name
Master of Landscape Architecture
College
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Department
Department of Landscape Architecture
Abstract
Stormwater runoff is a major environmental concern, particularly in urban environments. Trends in managing stormwater have evolved (and continue to evolve) from a quantity only approach into a sustainable approach, which integrates quantity, quality, the environment, and aesthetics. Best management practices (BMPs) and Low Impact Development (LID) are two well-documented techniques capable of managing to sustainable standards. There are a number of stormwater models available to design professionals today. However, there are few which integrate site-scale BMP/LID analysis in a simplified fashion. The purpose of this study is to determine if there is a demand in the design profession for simplified stormwater modeling tools to help designers make informed decisions about integrating BMP/LID strategies into site plans. A Web-based questionnaire was administered to a group of design professionals to determine their knowledge of BMPs and their technological needs and preferences in meeting stormwater goals and requirements.
URI
https://hdl.handle.net/11668/15048
Recommended Citation
Moore, Austin Malone, "Assessing the demand for simplified stormwater modeling tools within the design profession to facilitate the adoption of sustainable stormwater practices" (2010). Theses and Dissertations. 752.
https://scholarsjunction.msstate.edu/td/752
