The aim of this research is to assess the existing storm water drainage and management in Yenagoa, with the view to suggest relevant measures for ameliorating the condition. The objectives of the study include (a) assessing the problems and challenges of storm water, (b) climatic and hydrological settings of the study area, and (c) develop an effective management strategy to mitigate the problem. The research adopted a multi-stage sampling procedure to select 6 communities in the study area. Simple random sampling technique was used to determine the sample size from the selected communities and 377 questionnaires were administered to the respondents and key informants in the study area. The Spearman Rank Correlation Analysis was used to test the relationship between the adequacy of drains and annual flooding incidence in the study area.
The research found that lack of storm water management in the study area and extensive urban development especially on wetlands due to pressure of urbanisation; poor development control mechanisms had caused flooding incidents in the study area. The study recommends that the Yenagoa Master, 2004 should be implemented and proffers a Model of Urban Stormwater Improvement Conceptualisation. The study also recommends that the Bayelsa State Physical Planning Board should prepare and enforce development control regulations that recognize the poor drainage system that currently exists. Efforts should be made to keep the natural drainage paths and wetlands clear with adequate storm water infrastructure provided.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- CHAPTER 1: INDRODUCTION
- Background to the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Aim of the Study
- Objectives of the Study
- Research Questions
- Research Hypothesis
- Significant of the Study
- Scope of the Study
- Description of the Study Area
- Limitation of the Study
- Definition of Terms
- CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
- Technologies for Storm Water Management in Urban Areas
- Retention Ponds
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This dissertation aims to assess the existing storm water drainage and management in Yenagoa, the capital city of Bayelsa State, Nigeria, with the goal of proposing effective measures to mitigate the problem of recurrent flooding. The study seeks to understand the challenges posed by storm water, analyze the climatic and hydrological characteristics of the region, and ultimately develop a comprehensive management strategy to address these issues.
- Assessment of existing storm water drainage systems and management practices in Yenagoa.
- Analysis of the challenges and problems associated with storm water in the study area.
- Evaluation of the climatic and hydrological characteristics of Yenagoa's environment.
- Development of an effective management strategy to mitigate the flooding problem in Yenagoa.
- Investigation of the impact of urban development and wetland encroachment on flooding incidents.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1 introduces the research context, outlining the background to the study, defining the problem, and stating the research objectives and hypotheses. The chapter also details the scope of the study, provides a description of the study area, identifies limitations, and defines key terms.
Chapter 2 delves into a review of existing literature related to storm water management in urban areas. It explores various technologies and approaches used to manage storm water, with a specific focus on retention ponds.
Chapter 3 focuses on the methodology employed in the research. It outlines the sampling techniques used to select communities and respondents for the study, describes the data collection methods and instruments, and explains the analysis techniques employed.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes and concepts explored in this dissertation include storm water management, urban flooding, drainage systems, environmental impact, urban development, wetland management, and the impact of climate and hydrology on flooding in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The study draws on empirical research methods and focuses on the development of sustainable solutions to improve storm water management practices in the city.
- Quote paper
- Tari Eyenghe (Author), 2017, Storm Water Drainage and Management in Yenagoa City in Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/953132
