MCQ, TRUE/FALSE

1.0 Rain gardens provide stormwater ………….at the ………………., or where the rain falls.
a) Management, source
b) Control, source
c) Control, ditch
2.0 A watershed is an area of land that drains into a ………………. Water body, such as a river or
lake.
a) Common
b) Receiving
c) Different
3.0 SWM facilities typically capture the minor and major storm flows and removes sediments
prior to discharging back into the environment (streams, rivers, etc.)
a) True
b) False
4.0 Permeable paving is a range of sustainable materials and techniques for permeable
pavement with a base and subbase that allow the movement of stormwater through the
surface.
a) True
b) False
5.0 The type of vegetation chosen for planting in and around stormwater management facilities
has no influence on the functioning of the facility.
a) True
b) False
6.0 Identify the picture below:
a) Maintenance hole
b) Catch basin
c) Storm sewer pipe
d) Sanitary sewer pipe
7.0 Sediments are often found in …………………. Concentration in stormwater due to ……………….
Construction and sand application to roadways.
a) High, upstream
b) Low, upstream
c) C) high, downstream
d) Low, downstream
8.0 Traditional landscape practices can result in nearly………….. of stormwater being lost for
runoff, leading to flooding
a) 70%
 b) 75%
c) 80%
d) 90%
9.0 Site plans should preserve the existing tree canopy and native vegetation to the extent
possible while accommodating compact development.
a) True
b) False
10.0 An urban heat island is a city that is significantly……………….. than its surrounding rural
areas due to human activities.
a) Cooler
b) warmer
11.0 Water run of from roof tops, driveways and roads collect pollutants: (select all
applicable answers)
a) Dirt
b) Grass-clipping
c) Oil
d) Salt
12.0 During a pre-construction meeting we want to ensure that everyone is on the same
page, ways we do this is through:
(select all that applies)
a) State any testing requirements
b) Detail the product and materials
c) Important to staging/ phasing
d) Clearly outline work requirements
13.0 SWM ponds are frequently built into …………….. areas in North America to also retain
sediments.
a) Urban
b) Rural
14.0 Which statement is NOT a reason to perform LID Construction Inspection?
a) Ensure materials meet specifications
b) Ensure a contributing drainage area is stabilized
c) Ensure project is on budget
d) Ensure power BMP layout ( location, footprint, volume)
15.0 In Construction projects where the UTRCA approval is required, Contractor can start his
construction activities before final approval is obtained.
a) True
b) False
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1.0 CRD stands for…………………………………………………

 Construction Renovation Demolition
2.0 UTRCA stands for………………………….
 Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
3.0 EPA stands for…………………….
 Environmental Protection Agency
4.0 LID stands for………………………………
 Low Impact Development
5.0 Stormwater is water that originates from ………………………. and ……………………..
 Precipitation, snowmelt
6.0 The term VOC stands for……………………
 Volatile Organic Compounds
7.0 3Rs stands for………………..
 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
8.0 Urbanization……………………. The amount of water that can be absorbed into the ground
through.
 reduces
9.0 One of the functions of SWM pond is to collect……………..and………………….
 Runoff water, sediments
10.0 The product life cycle can be grouped into four stages:
i) Raw material acquisition
ii) Manufacturing
iii) Use/reuse/ maintenance
iv) Recycling and waste reduction
11.0 Natural water bodies are some of the following:
i) River, streams
ii) Oceans, seas
iii) Lakes, ponds
iv) Bays, gulfs
12.0 What are the TWO water bodies that London, Ontario gets its drinking water from?
i) Lake Huron
ii) Lake Erie

13.0 Site development can positively/negatively affect topography , hydrology and local
ecosystem. Circle the correct answer.
 Positively
14.0 Some examples of impervious surface are: list 4
i) Roofs
ii) Asphalt roads and driveways
iii) Concrete sidewalks
iv) Paved parking lots
v) Compact gravel surfaces
15.0 The stormwater runoff is a problem because of some of the following reasons: list 2
i) Flooding
ii) Erosion
iii) Sedimentation
iv) Pollutants
v) Habitat destruction
16.0 After the stormwater pond is commissioned, the municipality has some of the following
responsibilities with regards the maintenance of the pond: list 4
i) Regular inspection
ii) Sedimentation removal
iii) Vegetation management
iv) Trash and debris removal
v) Structural maintenance
vi) Water quality monitoring
vii) Public awareness
17.0 What is LID? Define (3 marks), give 4 examples (1 marks each)
 Low Impact Development, is an approach to urban and land development that aims to
manage stormwater and reduce its impact on the environment. Instead of traditional
methods that rely heavily on pipes and concrete to channel stormwater away, LID uses
techniques that mimic natural processes to manage rainfall where it falls. This helps to
decrease flooding, prevent erosion, replenish groundwater, and improve water quality.
LID techniques include features like rain gardens, permeable pavements, green roofs,
and vegetated swales. Overall, LID promotes sustainability by integrating stormwater
management into the built environment in a way that minimizes its negative effects on
ecosystems and communities.
i) Rain Gardens: These are shallow gardens filled with plants that soak up
rainwater and keep it from running away.
ii) Permeable Pavements: These are special kinds of roads or paths that let water
soak into them instead of running off.
iii) Green Roofs: These are roofs covered with plants that absorb rainwater and
keep it from running off the roof.
 iv) Vegetated Swales: These are like shallow ditches filled with plants that slow
down and clean rainwater before it goes into bigger waterways.
18.0 LID recommend continuous inspections. However when that is not possible, what are
the key points the inspection need to take place?
i) Sediment and erosion control
ii) Drainage system functionality
iii) Vegetation health
iv) Ponding or standing water
v) Overall feature condition
19.0 Stormwater management ponds are designed to collect runoff from rain and melted
snow which is important in large urban cities that have lots of impervious surfaces. Please
discuss three benefits of stormwater management pond facilities.
i) Flood Control: One of the primary benefits of stormwater management ponds is
their ability to control flooding. By collecting runoff from rainfall and snowmelt,
these ponds help regulate the flow of water, reducing the risk of flash floods and
preventing water from overwhelming urban drainage systems. This is particularly
crucial in densely populated urban areas where large amounts of impervious
surfaces can exacerbate flooding.
ii) Water Quality Improvement: Stormwater management ponds act as natural filters,
trapping sediment, debris, and pollutants carried by runoff before it reaches
downstream water bodies. As the water collects in the pond, suspended solids settle
to the bottom, and pollutants are removed through biological and chemical
processes. This helps improve the quality of water discharged into rivers, lakes, and
streams, protecting aquatic ecosystems and supporting biodiversity.
iii) Aquifer Recharge: Another significant benefit of stormwater management ponds is
their role in recharging groundwater aquifers. As water infiltrates into the soil from
the pond, it replenishes underground water sources, contributing to sustainable
water supply management. This is especially important in urban areas where
groundwater depletion is a concern due to high demand for water resources. By
promoting groundwater recharge, stormwater management ponds help maintain
ecological balance and support various uses such as drinking water supply and
irrigation.