- 15a of land freed for public space or residential use.
- US$1.2m potential capital cost savings.
The city of Sugar Land, Texas is a planned community that is growing rapidly, with the population increasing by over 30% in a decade. Sugar Land has won a series of awards for careful planning during this growth.
Arup was invited to improve a traditional 'end-of-pipe' water and flood control plan for a new 720a residential and commercial development. The site is located within a floodplain and is subject to intense rainfall that creates heavy stormwater surges.
To address both water quality and flooding, Arup developed an integrated stormwater plan.
Arup demonstrated that over 15a of land allocated for end-of-pipe detention could be freed for other use. This land could be reallocated as open space or for additional residential areas.
The firm’s revised plan demonstrated the potential to reduce storm drain lengths and excavation requirements, reducing capital costs by nearly $1.2m.
The plan utilises low-impact development approaches to effectively manage runoff volumes, peak flow timing and water quality while improving site utilisation, reducing infrastructure costs and enhancing habitat and aesthetics.
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