Flow and Rainfall Monitoring – Ensuring Data Quality and Introduction to Analysis Tools (Part 2)
In the previous post, an overview of Civica’s third webinar in the Flow Monitoring Webinar Series was provided. Part 1 explained the critical importance of accurate flow and rainfall data, as well as the various field activities that could be performed to effectively manage flow monitoring programs. Part 2 will outline the remote activities that […]
Flow and Rainfall Monitoring – Ensuring Data Quality and Introduction to Analysis Tools (Part 1)
In the first two installments of the Flow Monitoring Webinar Series, Civica aimed to provide a greater understanding of natural phenomena (e.g., rainfall) and assess built systems (infrastructure) and how they perform against design expectations. The webinars also examined available technology and how to effectively operate and maintain it. Now, this third webinar explores the […]
Flow and Rainfall Monitoring – Available Technology and How to Effectively Operate and Maintain (Part 2)
The management of wastewater and sewage systems is crucial to ensure the public health and environmental protection. Sewer flow monitoring is a critical aspect of managing these systems as it enables operators to understand the hydraulic conditions and performance of the system. In recent years, technological advancements have made sewer flow monitoring more efficient […]
Introduction to Collection System Flow and Rainfall Monitoring (Part 1)
Flow and rainfall monitoring is a crucial aspect of managing water resources in municipalities. Flow and rainfall monitoring involve measuring the natural occurrence of precipitation as well as human-related inputs (i.e., sewage in wastewater systems) and the resulting flow conditions in collection systems. In this blog post, we will delve into the importance of flow […]
Stormwater Management Facility Sediment Efficiency Monitoring Using Innovative Forecasting and Sampling Techniques (Part 1)
The Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP) has adopted legislation that requires the removal of up to 80% of the total suspended solids (TSS) present in urban stormwater. This is critical to stormwater management. In many urban areas throughout Ontario, this legislation has led to the implementation of different types of stormwater management […]
Case Studies for the Identification and Quantification of Sanitary Maintenance Hole Inflow and Infiltration (I&I)
Sanitary sewer capacity can be quickly overwhelmed during large rainfall or snowmelt events. Maintenance holes (MH) —even ones not in low-lying areas—can become submerged and produce an inflow of water to sanitary systems. Inflow and infiltration inspections are designed to assess sanitary sewer capacity analysis, giving you a more comprehensive picture of your wastewater asset […]
Impacts of Existing Storm Drainage Design Standards in Ontario on Sanitary System Capacity (Part 1)
Municipal sanitary sewer systems need to be designed to specifically account for large rainfall events, otherwise there is a potential for wastewater flooding during these storms. In other words, sanitary systems need to be designed with storm drainage in mind in order to prevent flooding. Sanitary maintenance holes are designed to account for some storm […]
An Overview of the New Subdivision Flow Monitoring to Assess Performance of Inflow and Infiltration (I/I) Prevention
All wastewater collection systems are designed to convey water to a designated point. They are meant to allow for a small amount of extraneous inflow and infiltration (I/I). But more often than not, there is higher I/I than anticipated and can present capacity issues to the sanitary sewers. That’s what makes new subdivision flow monitoring […]
Learn about the City of Toronto’s Sewer Infrastructure and Sewer Assessment Guidelines
In order to comply with the City of Toronto’s guidelines (as well as follow best practices when it comes to sewer maintenance and/or land development), you need to understand how a sewer capacity assessment works. Otherwise, your project may encounter unanticipated roadblocks or, the sewer system may face a number of costly issues, such as: […]