Dighton Stormwater Commission Approves Waivers

Overview: The Dighton Stormwater Commission recently convened to discuss several matters, the most significant being the approval of various waivers related to stormwater management for ongoing projects, including the debated Elm Street project and solar farms. The waivers granted involve the construction of stormwater basins with greater depths than typically allowed and the introduction of slopes that deviate from standard requirements. Additionally, the Commission addressed modifications to stormwater basins to resolve ponding issues and reviewed a proposal for TSS removal and flow rate concerns. Notably, the meeting evolved into a broader discussion on the future role and focus of the Stormwater Commission itself, with some members advocating for a return to its core responsibilities.

Dighton Commission Addresses Solar Project Drainage Concerns

Overview: The most recent meeting of the Dighton Stormwater Commission focused on issues with the Brook Street solar project, with standing water in basins drawing particular concern. Weston and Sampson Engineering provided a summary of their review, highlighting deviations from the permitted design and suggesting that reconfiguration of the basins may be necessary to address the identified drainage problems. The commission requested further analysis, including soil logs and modeling, to determine the most appropriate solution.