Vernon Carle, M ., Halpin, P. N., Stow, C. A. 2005. Patterns of watershed urbanization and impacts on water quality. Journal of the American Water Resources Association. American Water Resources Association, Middleburg, VA. Volume 41, Number 3. Pages 693-708

impacts, urban, water quality, Stormwater, watershed, Land Use

The spatial pattern of urban development was evaluated to determine its impact on urban runoff. Indicators of type and density of urbanization and access to municipal services were examined in six urban watersheds in Durham, NC. Statistical methods and models were used to identify patterns and significance of variables.