Water and Wastewater Management

This 2011 report form the American Society of Civil Enginners finds that "our nation’s drinking water and wastewater infrastructure is aging and overburdened, and that investment is not keeping up with the need."

The ASCE gives our nation's wastewater treament facilities a D+ grade and discusses the need of fixing an aging and over-matched system.

Water and sewer regulations; current water construction projects; rainfall data; reports and rate documents.

The most commonly used standard details for water, sewer and storm water projects by the Boston Water and Sewer Commission.

This UMass Boston website provides an overview of the origins of wastewater management in the city.

Regulations and publications on safe septic system and wastewater management.

This Mass. Water Resources Administration website offers an overview of the metro-Boston sewer system; discusses its wastewater treatment facilities and sewer programs; and provides articles on its sewer interceptor projects.

A New York City government website that describes the problem posed to wastewater systems by the improper disposal of fats and flushable wipes.

Publications and case studies on implementing water and sanitation programs in developing nations.

Plans and technical advice on establishing sustainable water and sanitation programs and businesses in the developing world.

Standards, regulations, and publications for municipal wastewater treatment.

Provides information on the science, technologies, and regulations concerning point sources of water pollution.

Guidance, manuals, and policies on proper septic system design and use.