Flooding

Learn the terms the City of Madison Engineering Division uses when explaining any part of the process. Read a list of words with definitions to better understand the Study process.

Step-by-step we walk you though the different technical parts of progress within a single Watershed Study.

Each study has a set number of public meetings and opporutnities to engage, collaborate and share information with and from the the general public. We want to hear your feedback to use in the studies.

Learn about what projects have moved to construction so far in the Watershed Study process.

Once studies are complete, the information can be used to help plan for future projects at the City. The information is used to decide where those projects are most appropriate. Read about the list of considerations before that decision is made.

Stormwater infrastructure is very expensive. Each project is carefully planned in construction, which includes funding. We walk through the process of making sure the projects are financially supported.

From street flooding, lake level flooding and other flash flooding, understanding why areas flood, and how that happens begins with a little stormwater education. Read and use the Engineering Division's maps, storymaps, videos and more to understand the difference between some of the flooding scenarios.

Gray pipes are not the only option when working toward flooding solutions for a problem area that experiences regular flooding. Learn about how the City uses as many options as it can which may include: ponds, greenways, green infrastructure and more.