Papers, Reports and Presentations

Sustainable Stormwater Management at Sacramento State

Maureen Kerner and John Johnston
Presented at: STEM Scholars Lecture
Sacramento State, CA, Feb 18, 2016
Presentation | Video

Structural BMP Compliance Approach for California State Parks in 5 Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS)

Brian Currier
Presented at: 2015 California Stormwater Quality Association 11th Annual Conference
Monterey, CA, Oct 21, 2015
Presentation

Proposal for Statewide Knee-of-the-Curve BMP Sizing Criteria

Maureen Kerner
Presented at: 2015 California Stormwater Quality Association 11th Annual Conference
Monterey, CA, Oct 21, 2015
Presentation

Designing and Constructing Low Impact Development Stormwater Devices at Sacramento State

Maureen Kerner
Presented at: 2015 Stormwater Awareness Week at Sacramento State
California State University, Sacramento, Santa Clara Hall, Room 1207, Sept 22, 2015
Presentation

Retrofitting Low Impact Development (LID) for Stormwater at Sacramento State

Kevin Murphy
Presented at: 2015 CA Higher Education Sustainability Conference (CHESC)
San Francisco, CA, May 20–24, 2015
Presentation

Assessment Costs and Benefits of Detention for Water Quality Enhancement

Scott M. Taylor, Laura Hansen, and Cathy Beitia
Presented at: American Society of Civil Engineers World Water & Environmental Resources Congress 2001, Orlando, Florida, May 20–24, 2001
Abstract

California Department of Transportation BMP Retrofit Pilot Program

Brian Currier, Scott M. Taylor, Yulya Borroum, Gary Friedman, Doug Robison,
Mike Barrett, Steve Borroum, and Catherine Beitia
Presented at: Transportation Research Board 8th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC,
January 7–11, 2001
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The Dark Side of Stormwater Runoff Management: Disease Vectors Associated with Structural BMPs

Marco E. Metzger, Dean F. Messer, Catherine L. Beitia, Charles M. Myers,
and Vicki L. Kramer
Published in: Stormwater Magazine, March–April, 2002
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Effectiveness of Existing Highway Vegetation as Biofiltration Strips

Anna Lantin and David Alderete
Presented at: StormCon 2002, San Marco Island, Florida, August 12–15, 2002
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Lessons Learned: The Caltrans Storm Water Best Management Practice Retrofit Pilot Study

Brian Currier and Glenn Moeller
Presented at: California Water Environment Association, 72nd Annual Conference, Sacramento, California, April 16–19, 2000
Paper | Abstract

Performance Evaluation of Structural BMPs: Drain Inlet Inserts (Fossil Filtration and Streamguard) and Oil/Water Separator

Edward F. Othmer, Gary Friedman, J. Steven Borroum, and Brian Currier
Presented at: American Society of Civil Engineers World Water & Environmental Resources Congress 2001, Orlando, Florida, May 20–24, 2001
Abstract

Practicability of Detention Basins for Treatment of Caltrans Highway Runoff Based on a Maximum Extent Practicable Evaluation

Glenn Moeller and Gary Lippner
Presented at: Transportation Research Board, 8th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, January 7–11, 2001
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Siting Design and Operation of Infiltration BMPs: A Case Study

Brian Currier, Scott Taylor, John Johnston, Howard Yamaguchi,
and J. Steven Borroum
Presented at: American Society of Civil Engineers World Water & Environmental Resources Congress 2001, Orlando, Florida, May 20–24, 2001
Abstract

A Wet Pond as a Storm Water Runoff BMP Case Study

Scott Taylor and Brian Currier
Presented at: Department of Environmental Resources Engineering, Humboldt State University, Arcata, California, 1999
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A Constructed Stormwater Wet Basin: The Caltrans Experience

Catherine Beitia and Anna Lantin
Presented at: CEA-CREST (Center for Environmental Analysis), CSULA, Pasadena,
California, May 28, 2004
Paper

Pilot Filtration Studies for Turbidity and Nutrient Removal at Lake Tahoe

Dipen Patel, Jeffrey Hauser, John Johnston, and Jeffry Curtis
Presented at: 2nd Biennial Conference on Tahoe Environmental Concerns, Lake Tahoe, California, May 17–19, 2004
Abstract

Design and Permitting Challenges of Highway Constructed Treatment Wetlands

Catherine Beitia, Anna Lantin, Laura Larson, David Alderete, and Misty Scharff
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association, 35th Annual Conference,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 16–20, 2004
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Storm Water Filtration Pilot Studies at Lake Tahoe

Dipen Patel and John Johnston
Presented at: American Water Resources Association, 2003 Annual Water Resources Conference, San Diego, California, November 3, 2003
Abstract

Design and Construction Experiences with Three Variations of Austin Style Sand Filters in the Transportation Environment

Laura Larsen and David Alderete
Presented at: StormCon, San Antonio, Texas, July 2003
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"You Paid How Much?" A Sampling of Costs for California Stormwater Programs

Brian Currier, Glenn Moeller, and Joseph Jones
Presented at: 4th Annual North American Surface Water Quality Conference and Exposition (StormCon), Orlando, Florida, July 18–21, 2005
Paper

Small-Scale Pilot Testing of Stormwater Treatment Systems to Meet Numerical Effluent Limits in the Lake Tahoe Basin

Jeffrey Hauser, Jeffry Curtis, John Johnston, Dipen Patel, and Mark Keisler
Reprinted with permission from: Proceedings of WEFTEC .05, the 78th Annual Water Environment Federation Technical Exhibition and Conference (CD-ROM), Washington, DC, October 30–November 2, 2005
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The Design and Construction of a Rainfall Simulator

Jacqueline Blanquies, Misty Scharff, and Brent Hallock
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), 34th Annual Conference and Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 24–28, 2003
Paper | Abstract

Development of the Highway Erosion Assessment Tool (HEAT) for Evaluation of Roadside Slopes

Misty Scharff, Brent Hallock, A. Sloan, M. Hart, L. Karren, and J. Kimmelshue
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), 33rd Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida, February 25–March 1, 2002
Paper | Abstract

Effects of Erosion Control Treatments on Native Plant and Ryegrass Establishment

Mark Chiaramonte, Misty Scharff, Brent Hallock, and Michael Curto
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), 34th Annual Conference and Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 24–28, 2003
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Evaluation of Storm Water Treatment by Vegetated Areas Adjacent to Highways

Misty Scharff, Anna Lantin, and David Alderete
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), 34th Annual Conference and Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 24–28, 2003
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A GIS to Select Plant Species for Erosion Control Along California Highways

Misty Scharff, Brent Hallock, S. Rein, and Michael Curto
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), Conference 33, Orlando, Florida, February 25–March 1, 2002
Paper | Abstract

Plant Establishment with Rainfall Simulators for Erosion Control

Misty Scharff, Brent Hallock, S. Rein, and Michael Curto
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), Conference 33, Orlando, Florida, February 25–March 1, 2002
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Vegetation Establishment for Erosion Control Under Simulated Rainfall

Brent Hallock, Misty Scharff, Steve Rein, and Kaila Dettman
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), 34th Annual Conference and Expo, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 24–28, 2003
Paper | Abstract

Effectiveness of Native Vegetation Planting Techniques to Minimize Erosion

Brent Hallock, Kaila Dettman, Steve Rein, Mike Curto, and Misty Scharff
Presented at: American Water Resources Association, 2003 Annual Water Resources Conference, San Diego, California, November 25, 2003
Paper | Abstract

Native Grasses and Graminoids: Tools for Protecting Water Quality

Misty Scharff
Presented at: California Native Grass Association, 2004 Annual Conference, Modesto, California, April 16, 2004
Abstract

Storm Water Quality Benefits of Vegetated Filter Strips Adjacent to California Highways

Misty Scharff, Anna Lantin, and Ed Othmer
Presented at: Soil Science Society of America Conference, Denver, Colorado,
November 27, 2003
Abstract

Effectiveness of Vegetated Biostrips in the Treatment of Highway Storm Water Runoff

Misty Scharff, Anna Lantin, and Ed Othmer
Presented at: American Water Resources Association, 2003 Annual Water Resources Conference, San Diego, California, November 25, 2003
Paper | Abstract

Lessons Learned From the Design of a Bioretention Area to Treat Storm Water Runoff

David Alderete and Misty Scharff
Presented at: 3rd Annual North American Surface Water Quality Conference (StormCon), Palm Desert, California, July 26–29, 2004
Paper

Effectiveness of Vegetated Biostrips in the Treatment of Highway Storm Water Runoff: A Comparison of RULSE and RULSE2 Methods

Misty Scharff, Anna Lantin, and Ed Othmer
Presented at: American Water Resources Association, 2003 Annual Water Resources Conference, San Diego, California, November 25, 2003
Abstract

Comparison of RUSLE and RUSLE2 to Determine Water Quality Treatment of Vegetated Strips

Misty Scharff
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), Conference 36, Dallas, Texas, February 20–24, 2005
Paper

Performance of Erosion Control Treatments and Native Vegetation on Reapplied Topsoil

Brent Hallock, Anne Power, Steve Rein, and Misty Scharff
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), Conference 36, Dallas, Texas, February 20–24, 2005
Paper

Case Study: The Design of a Bioretention Area to Treat Highway Runoff and Control Sediment

David Alderete and Misty Scharff
Presented at: International Erosion Control Association (IECA), Conference 36, Dallas, Texas, February 20–24, 2005
Paper

Evaluating Drain Inlet Cleaning as a Storm Water Best Management Practice

E. E. Dammel, B. J. Berger, L. C. Regenmorter, and G. S. Lippner
Presented at: International Water Association (IWA) 5th International Conference, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 10–15, 2001
Paper

Results of the Caltrans Litter Management Pilot Study

Gary Lippner, John Johnston, Suzanne Combs, Kimberly Walter, and David Marx
Published in: Transportation Research Record 1743, Transportation Research Board, National Research Council, Washington, DC, 2001
Paper | Abstract

A Scientific Approach to Evaluating Storm Water Best Management Practices for Litter

Gary Lippner, Roger Churchwell, Robin Allison, Glenn Moeller, and John Johnston
Presented at: California Water Environment Association (CWEA), 72nd Annual Conference, Sacramento, California, April 16–19, 2000 (included in conference proceedings)
Paper | Abstract

Study Quantifies Broom Sweeper Litter Pickup Ability

Glenn Moeller and Gary Lippner
Published in: American Sweeper (online magazine), Volume 8, 2000
Paper

A Regression Model to Predict Litter in Urban Freeway Outfalls After Rainstorms

Daniel B. Syrek, Masoud Kayhanian, and Scott Meyer
Presented at: StormCon, Austin, Texas, July 2003
Paper | Abstract

Quantifying Representative Sampling Using A Hydrologic Analysis Tool

Christian Carleton
Presented at: StormCon 2015, Austin,TX
August 4, 2015
Paper | Presentation

Impact of Non-Detects in Water Quality Data on Estimation of Constituent Mass Loading

M. Kayhanian, A. Singh, and Scott Meyer
Presented at: Transportation Research Board 8th Annual Meeting, Washington, DC,
January 7–11, 2001
Paper

The Impact of Annual Average Daily Traffic on Highway Runoff Pollutant Concentrations

M. Kayhanian, A. Singh,Claus Suverkropp, and Steve Borrum
Paper available at: Journal of Environmental Engineering [2003] 129 (11): 975–990
Paper | Abstract

Flow Meter Dye Dilution Test: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Client Redacted, December 2006
Paper

Characteristics of Stormwater Runoff From Highway Construction Sites in California

M. Kayhanian, Kevin Murphy, Louis Regenmorter, and Richard Haller
Published in: Transportation Research Record 1743, Paper No. 01-3181, National Academy Press
Paper | Abstract

Water Quality Assessment for the California Department of Transportation San Diego Region

Malcolm Walker, Ashli Cooper, Cid Tesoro, and Glenn Moeller
Presented at: American Society of Civil Engineers 2000 Joint Conference on Water Resources Engineering and Water Resources Planning and Management, Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 30–August 2, 2000 (included in conference proceedings)
Abstract

The Impact of Annual Average Daily Traffic on Highway Runoff Pollutant Concentrations

Masoud Kayhanian, Amardeep Singh, Claus Suverkropp, and Steve Borroum
Presented at: American Society of Civil Engineers 2000 Joint Conference on Water Resources Engineering and Water Resources Planning and Management, Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 30–August 2, 2000 (included in conference proceedings)

Pilot Filtration Studies for Turbidity and Nutrient Removal at Lake Tahoe

Dipen Patel, Jeffrey Hauser, John Johnston, and Jeffry Curtis
Presented at: 3rd Annual North American Surface Water Quality Conference (StormCon), Palm Desert, California, July 26–29, 2004
Paper | Abstract

Small-Scale Pilot Studies Using Coagulants for Turbidity and Phosphorous Removal at Lake Tahoe

John Johnston, Jeff Curtis, Dipen Patel, and Jeff Hauser
Presented at: 3rd Annual North American Surface Water Quality Conference (StormCon), Palm Desert, California, July 26–29, 2004
Paper | Abstract

An Evaluation of Fouling Potential and Methods to Control Fouling in Microfiltration Membranes for Secondary Wastewater Effluent

Shannon R. Holman and Kurt N. Ohlinger
Published in: Proceedings of the Water Environment Federation (WEFTEC 2007),
pp. 6417–6444
Paper

Enhanced Removal of Heavy Metals in Primary Treatment Using Coagulation and Flocculation

Pauline D. Johnson, Padmanabhan Girinathannair, Kurt N. Ohlinger, Stephen Ritchie, Leah Teuber, and Jason Kirby
Published in: Water Environment Research, 80 (5): 472–479 (May 2008)
Paper

Struvite Scale Potential Determination Using a Computer Model

Kurt N. Ohlinger and Ramzi J. Mahmood
Presented at World Water & Environmental Resources Congress, Philadelphia, PA
June 23-26, 2003
Paper

Assessment of Struvite Mitigation Measures for the City of Boulder Wastewater Treatment Plant Centrate Processing System

Kurt N. Ohlinger
Paper prepared for: City of Boulder, n.d., 3 pp.
Paper

Energy Requirements for the Manufacture of Piping Materials: Vitrified Clay Pipe (VCP) and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): A Comparison

Kurt N. Ohlinger
Final Report to: Sacramento County Sanitation District No. 1, February 28, 2002
Paper

Generation of Toxicants from the Manufacture, Use, and Disposal of Piping Materials: Vitrified Clay Pipe (VCP) and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): A Comparison

Kurt N. Ohlinger
Final Report to: Sacramento County Sanitation District No. 1, February 28, 2002
Paper

Engineering Sustainability of Piping Materials: Vitrified Clay Pipe (VCP) and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe: A Comparison

Kurt N. Ohlinger
Final Report to: Sacramento County Sanitation District No. 1, February 28, 2002
Paper

The Fate of Ammonia in Facultative Lagoon Treatment Processes: An Investigation of Methods for Reducing Ammonia in Recycle Streams: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, January 2009
Paper

Ammonia Removal Options for High Purity Oxygen Activated Sludge Systems: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, April 2009
Paper

Ammonia Removal within Wetlands: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, April 2009
Paper

RazoRooter II and Sanafoam Vaporooter II: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Area Sewer District, April 2009
Paper

The Effects of Solids Retention Time on Effluent Ammonia Concentration in Mesophilic Anaerobic Digestion of Municipal Wastewater Solids: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, April 2008
Paper

Impacts of Sanitary Sewer Overflows and Combined Sewer Overflows on Human Health and on the Environment: A Literature Review

OWP Staff
Prepared for: Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District, April 2008
Paper

Training Manual: Pollution Prevention Training for Pretreatment Inspectors

OWP Staff
Prepared for: California State Water Resources Control Board, n.d.
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