On Campus BMP Research
Villanova Bio-Infiltration Traffic Island
 
 
Construction Photographs
 

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Figure1: Excavation of original soil. The placement of curb cuts was determined by flow of water across the pavement.

Figure 2: Excavation complete

Figure 3: A 6-in pipe was installed that connects the storm sewer to the traffic island.

Figure 4: The original soil was mixed 50/50 with sand to provide fill.

Figure 5: Storm drain at the end of the north inlet channel was filled and covered with asphalt.

Figure 6: Mixed soil added into traffic island.

Figure 7: Installation of monitoring wells within traffic island.

Figure 8: Mulch is placed over soil to protect vegetation. Inlet channels are lined with rip rap.

Figure 9: Completed traffic island with vegetation and monitoring equipment.