How Do You Reduce Runoff Pollution?
A vegetated greenway in the Village of Windsor, Wisconsin, is a good example of a way to remove phosphorus from stormwater runoff. The vegetation filters out pollutants before they reach wetlands and waterways. When it comes to a community having its stormwater runoff problems evaluated, spending a little money up front can potentially save that… Read More »
Tags: Dane County, Modeling, Stormwater, Village of Windsor, WinSLAMM, Wisconsin, Yahara Watershed
In a Work Zone? Hang Up the Phone
Cell phones are everywhere – including on the highways. How many times have you seen someone driving along, gabbing on the phone? How many times have you done it yourself? It’s convenient to be able to stay in touch with anyone, anytime. But when you’re driving, it’s not safe. Back in 2014 the National Safety… Read More »
Tags: Cell Phone, Construction Zone, Distracted Driving, Highway, Safety, Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Work Zone
Rumble Strips Help Keep Drivers Safe
Highway rumble strips are a not-so-gentle reminder of curves or other roadway changes, and safety is their primary objective. In fact, rumble strips do a pretty good job of keeping drivers safe. According to the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP), crashes were reduced on rural and urban two-lane roadways by 45% and 64%, respectively,… Read More »
Tags: Highway, Rumble Strips, Safety, Transportation
