Urban Drainage Flashcards
1
Q
Infiltration
A
Movement of water into the ground
2
Q
Impermeable
A
A surface water can’t infiltrate
3
Q
Interception
A
Water caught on leaves/foliage or buildings
4
Q
Permeable
A
A surface water can infiltrate
5
Q
Surface run-off
A
Water that can’t infiltrate, so will run off the surface