Agriculture Reference
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The photograph in Figure 14.37 is an example of either a clever
design or the unfortunate result of poor site grading or delayed mainte-
nance. Sometimes a designer considers subtle grading solutions to han-
dle rainwater. The designer of this solution chose to create a gravel path
with a crown so as to direct surface water to either side of the walkway
into the adjoining grass or planting beds. The standing water could have
been the result of ground subsidence or long-term erosion exacerbated
by heavy foot or vehicle traffic. In either case, the crown makes much of
the walk accessible during rain events.
town planning that incorporates Sustainable Storm
Water management
The photograph in Figure 14.38 was taken of a model of a new town plan
constructed in the central Netherlands. The plan for this new town devel-
opment incorporated a variety of storm water management strategies.
At the heart of the plan is a greenway that winds through the develop-
ment. It was designed to hold maximum detention capacity during heavy
Figure 14.37
The Hague, the Netherlands
Figure 14.38
Model of new town plan, the Netherlands
