Philadelphia, PA, Green City Clean Waters

Updated June 2011

By: City of Philadelphia

http://archive.phillywatersheds.org/doc/GCCW_AmendedJune2011_LOWRES-web.pdf
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Green Stormwater Infrastructure

This functional plan presents green infrastructure as an effective approach to addressing environmental, demographic, and financial challenges while also managing water resources in Philadelphia. It outlines water management goals, specific watershed management plans, the integration of local and national policies, and the application of green infrastructure tactics. The functional plan touches on restoration and preservation and tactics in several settings including streets, schools, public facilities, parking, public open space, alleys, and homes.


Philadelphia, PA

2010 Population: 1,526,006

2010 Population Density: 11,379.53/square mile