Edwards Aquifer Region of South-Central Texas: unique challenges and solutions for LID implementation

摘要

A new guidebook, Watershed Stewardship for the Edwards Aquifer Region: A Low Impact Development Manual, sets a framework for water quality protection and recharge for the Edwards Aquifer. The book is intended for use by design practitioners, land developers, land conservancies and local and state officials charged with balancing the demands of aquifer protection with rapid land development The guidebook concentrates on methods for sustainable development across one of the most sensitive aquifer regions in the U.S., the Edwards Aquifer region of south central Texas. The guidebook begins with a contextual discussion of aquifer functioning, land use and regulation and concludes with recommendations for a set of LID tools specific to the requirements of this region.