| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.37 |
| Liaison | Sergio Alza |
| Submission Date | April 5, 2024 |
Brock University
OP-22: Rainwater Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 2.00 |
Evan
Rodenburg Sustainability Data Analyst Facilities Management |
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Which of the following best describes the institution’s approach to rainwater management?:
Less comprehensive policies, plans or guidelines that incorporate green infrastructure
A brief description of the institution’s green infrastructure and LID practices:
Brock University’s Design Standards Version 2.0 has a section on Stormwater Utilities that outlines the criteria to be used when designing storm sewers. Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD) must be applied for storm sewer design including sewers, manholes, catch basins, etc. Version 2.0 is the most recently updated document and are used for current and new projects on campus.
Stormwater management designs should be completed to achieve the following objectives:
1. Ensure that there is no increase in potential for flood damage.
2. Protect the natural geomorphic conditions of existing water courses.
3. Enhance water quality of stormwater prior to outletting to natural conveyance systems.
4. Protect groundwater and base flow systems.
5. Minimize impact on local and downstream aquatic habitats
A copy of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines:
A brief description of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines that supports the responses above:
The Brock University Design Standards Version 2.0have been developed to aid Brock University Capital Planning and Project Management staff along with external designers, consultants and project managers in understanding the minimum expectations required for construction projects at the University. The section on Stormwater Utilities outlines criteria to be used when designing storm sewers. Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD) must be applied for storm sewer design including sewers, manholes, catch basins, etc. Version 2.0 is the most current document and is used for projects on campus.
Website URL where information about the institution’s green infrastructure and LID practices is available:
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