Evaluating the benefits of smart stormwater systems: summary of research outcomes

Abstract

This study assessed the potential benefits and costs of a range of stormwater storage options, including smart operation of storages, for urban stormwater systems. The benefits assessed include peak overland flow reduction, water re-use potential and water quality. The results are compared with more traditionally used pipe upgrades. This was undertaken for a catchment in the City of Unley, bounded by Fullarton Road, Glen Osmond Road and Wattle Street (Figure 1), located in Adelaide, South Australia. This report presents a summary of the key research outcomes from this project and includes an overview of the options considered and analyses conducted. For further details and information about this project, including details of methodology, assessments, and costings please refer to the technical report, Thyer et al. (2019).