Lamb Drove Flashcards
1
Q
what is lamb drove an example of
A
sustainable urban drainage system
2
Q
where is it
A
Cambourne, west of cambridge
3
Q
aims
A
showcase the practical and innovative water management techniques in new residential developments
demonstrate SUDS are viable and an attractive form of urban drainage
4
Q
what did the project involve
A
water butts to collect water for irrigation
permeable paving allowing water to enter storage and also remove pollutants
shallow open channels to collect excess water from the site and direct it elsewhere for water treatment
5
Q
evidence of success
A
improved water quality increased social value construction and ongoing maintenance costs have been 10% less than conventional pipe draining systems affordable housing improvement in biodiversity reduced risk of flooding attractive landscape
6
Q
costs of the project
A
funded by European money flows
high initial costs
