Stormwater drainage pipe with Tylox SuperSeal gasket

Stormwater Drainage

The goal of municipal stormwater management is to maintain the health of streams, lakes, and aquatic life and to contain and convey excess runoff so that it does not destroy the surrounding infrastructure.  Stormwater drainage systems are often considered less important than other conveyance lines. However, excessive stormwater can be even more damaging than failed sanitary lines.  Commercial stormwater runoff and industrial stormwater often contain pollutants that may need to be held onsite and treated through stormwater retention or detention systems.  In urban settings, during heavy rain events or spring thaw, stormwater levels can be high to the point where conveyance systems are overwhelmed, and significant erosion and destruction of personal property or infrastructure can occur.  Stormwater systems must be watertight, as infiltration can lead to erosion of conveyance lines and undermining roads and bridges due to sinkholes.  These repairs can be costly and unnecessary if the right decisions are taken during the design phase.  Hamilton Kent offers a complete range of solutions to help your stormwater system be more resilient and effective – from pipe to storm culvert connections, and rubber gaskets for all pipe materials.