Green Stormwater Infrastructure News

This page is a collection of news that promotes Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) activities throughout Detroit.

The inclusion of any news below is not an endorsement by DWSD or the City of Detroit.

DWSD Sustainability and Improving the Quality of Detroit and Rouge Rivers

Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) Deputy Director & Chief Engineer Palencia Mobley, P.E. shares how our improved stormwater management efforts have made a positive impact on the quality of the Detroit and Rouge rivers.

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DWSD

Published date7/12/2019

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Viola Liuzzo Park Green Infrastructure Project Informational Poster

An overview of the GSI being installed at Viola Liuzzo Park, which includes an installation of a bioretention basin.

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DWSD

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Bioretention
Bioswale
Permeable Pavement
Residential Rain Garden
Other

Viola Liuzzo Park Green Infrastructure Project

An overview of the revitalization of Viola Liuzzo Park, which includes an installation of a bioretention basin.

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Bioretention
Bioswale
Permeable Pavement
Residential Rain Garden
Other

Tireman Street Green Infrastructure Project

An overview of the bioswales installed along Tireman Avenue.

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DWSD

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Bioswale

Stormwater Management Design Manual

A detailed guide to various GSI practices, including design, calculating size, and operation and maintenance.

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DWSD

Published date11/1/2018

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Bioretention
Green Roof
Impervious Surface Removal
Permeable Pavement
Residential Rain Garden
Subsurface Detention
Water Harvesting

Stormwater Management Codes and Ordinances

A summary of the codes and ordinances related to stormwater management in the City of Detroit.

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