Introduction/How to use the manual
Impetus for the manual
Contents
What is and is not included
References
Suggested reading
History of stormwater, watershed, and receiving water quality modeling
The effects of pollution
Initial pollution quantification and prediction
Early models
History of pollution regulations
References
Suggested readings
Evolution of stormwater, watershed, and receiving water quality modeling
Evolution of models
Drivers of model evolution
Role of research
Role of regulations
Other drivers
Trends in water management and potential drivers for the future
Summary and conclusion
References
Today's models
Introduction
Watershed quality models
Urban stormwater quality models
Receiving water quality models
Water quality compliance modeling
Integrated modeling systems
References
Model selection
Model selection considerations
Modeling purpose
Appropriate levels of detail
Determination of temporal and spatial scales
Required model features and capabilities
Modeling of management measures
Other model selection considerations
References
Models of the future
Background
Model development trends and opportunities
Model development gaps and needs
Summary and recommendations
References
Examples of stormwater, watershed, and receiving water quality models
Watershed quality models
Urban stormwater quality models
Receiving water quality models
Water quality compliance modeling
Integrated modeling systems.