A Beginner's Overview of Stormwater Attenuation System
Stormwater attenuation system is the way to prevent surface water from flooding the area. It also prevents soil erosion and damage to public utility services. It helps by slowing down the rate at which water enters the drainage network. This system comprises a stormwater attenuation tank that stores the rainwater underground. Once the water is stored, it is released at a moderate rate so that the drains can handle the pressure without backing up. It is compulsory to install stormwater attenuation system? Ideally, all residential complexes or houses must comprise a soakaway to absorb rainwater. But this cannot be a practical solution to manage stormwater at sites having clay soil or high water table. In such areas, there should be a well-planned stormwater attenuation system to avoid the flood. The traditional method of stormwater management aims at draining the urban runoff with the help of channels and pipes. This technique increases the peak flow and costs of sto...