Integrating flood hazard into site selection of detention basins using spatial multi-criteria decision-making

Ebrahim Ahmadisharaf, Masoud Tajrishy and Nasrin Alamdari

Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 2016, vol. 59, issue 8, 1397-1417

Abstract: This study presents an innovative approach for the integration of flood hazard into the site selection of detention basins. The site selection process is conducted by taking into account multiple criteria and disciplines. Hydraulic modeling results derived from stormwater management model are employed by Technique for the Order of Prioritization by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) to determine flood hazard score. The score generated by TOPSIS is used in a spatial multi-criteria decision-making site selection framework. Applying the framework, a suitability map is generated in which primary locations for detention basin placement are determined. The method is demonstrated through the case study of Darakeh River Catchment, which is located in northern Tehran, Iran. The presented framework can be easily utilized for site selection of other stormwater management techniques, such as low impact development and best management practices, due to its versatility.

Date: 2016
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DOI: 10.1080/09640568.2015.1077104

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