Hardscape & GradingQuestion 55 of 100
Managing stormwater runoff on a site with a bioswale accomplishes what?
a.Concentrates runoff into a single fast channel
b.Prevents any water from infiltrating
c.Slows runoff, filters pollutants, and promotes infiltration
d.Raises the water table intentionally
Explanation
A bioswale is a shallow, vegetated channel that slows stormwater, filters out sediment and pollutants, and encourages water to soak into the ground. This reduces peak runoff and improves water quality leaving the site. Such low-impact designs are increasingly required for stormwater management.
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