| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 45.79 |
| Liaison | Larry Cook |
| Submission Date | Dec. 4, 2020 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of South Carolina
OP-23: Rainwater Management
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 2.00 |
Brian
Wiggins Measurement and Verification Manager Facilities |
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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:
The University has an established stormwater management plan (2013) that outlines stormwater issues relating to operations and new construction. It outlines procedures to follow in all conditions and the processes when dealing with violations. This plan is shared with the state regulatory board as well as the City of Columbia. The campus Design Guidelines (2008) for new construction emphasize LID techniques to maintain recharge and minimize runoff. Gamecock Park, completed in 2012, used asphalt recycling, permeable pavement and bioswales to concert a 53-acre brownfield site into a tailgating green space. Site perviousness was increased by almost 80%, Rainwater harvesting and bio-swales are the most common LID practice; green roof projects have been completed as well. Moore School; green roof completed 2014, rainwater harvest system under development. William Brice Stadium: bio-swales completed 2015. Greene St streetscape: raingardens under construction. Student Health Center: green roof under construction.
A copy of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines:
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A brief description of the institution’s rainwater management policy, plan, and/or guidelines that supports the responses above:
A formal policy is in proposal satages. In evaluating ongoing maintenance needs and troubleshooting drainage issues, Facilities staff is emphasizing infiltration techniques to capture run-off including raingardens, rock swales, and improved soil management. A 2013 study of a portion of the campus stormwater system draining to nearby Rocky Branch identified sub-watersheds on the campus that are a priority for reducing the risk of flooding. Projects are encouraged to include LID practices such as rainwater harvesting, green roofing and infiltration zones.
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