Caraco, D., Claytor, R. 1997. Stormwater BMP Design Supplement for Cold Climates. Center for Watershed Protection, Ellicott City, MD. Pages 1-96

BMP, urban, water quality, design

Some of the challenges of cold climates, such as freezing temperatures and high runoff during snowmelt events, influence the effectiveness of traditional stormwater designs. This document describes modifications to traditional stormwater designs to make them more effective in these environments.