Gregory, J. H., Dukes, M. D., Jones, P. H., Miller, G. L. 2006. Effect of Urban Soil Compaction on Infiltration Rate. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. Soil and Water Conservation Society. Volume 61, Number 3. Pages 117-124

Construction, Infiltration, Runoff, Runoff volume, Soils

This study evaluated the effect of compaction on the infiltration rates of sandy soils in North Central Florida. Soil infiltration in urban construction sites was measured using a double ring infiltrometer under various degrees of compaction. The results indicate that compaction from construction activity increases runoff potential by decreasing the infiltration rate of pervious areas.