



Overland flow, or surface runoff, is water movement over a land surface. This happens when creeks or rivers overflow or the ground is too saturated from heavy rainfall to absorb more water. Considerations must be made to account for overland flow in property developments or urban areas. Areas prone to overland flow have a much higher flood risk than those not typically in a flood zone.
Leaving the risks of overland flow by the wayside may not be possible if council approval is required. Even so, overland flow presents many risks that can be otherwise avoided by working with us to assess your property development for potential overland flow pain points. When you work with Bravo Consult, we’ll help you mitigate the risks of surface runoff, such as:
Local or Urban Flooding
Soil Erosion
Local or Urban Flooding
Infrastructure Damage
Lower Perceived Property Value
Work with Bravo Consult to mitigate the risks and issues associated with overland flow. When you get an overland flow study, we’ll complete site evaluations and advise on which strategies are most effective for reducing your risks, such as:
We’ll evaluate the potential for surface runoff and determine the best stormwater drainage methods for your development. This includes looking at both the quantity and quality of overland flow water management needed.
Our expert engineers will advise you on other soil erosion control measures, such as retaining wall construction, vegetation installation, and suggesting flood-resistant designs.
We’ll also provide you with a suggested maintenance schedule to ensure your overland flow drainage system works as intended and won’t fail when needed most.
Proper planning and appropriate measures to handle surface runoff can prevent issues with overland flow in property development. Work with us today to develop a strategy to deal with overland flow and reduce your property's flood risk.
Our team of civil engineers at Bravo Consult can assist from
concept right through to plan sealing.