Game of Floods - Wastewater Plant
15 Year Results - No Storm
Assignment: Locate your chosen action(s) in the list below and record your results in your notebook.
Once complete, continue to Step 2c at the bottom of the page.
Elevate & Floodproof
The plant has begun to experience frequent minor flooding, but thanks to the upgrades, there hasn’t been any damage. The plant manager has warned the town that due to sea level rise, another round of elevation work may be needed for the plant to be ready for a big storm.
Points: 3
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Marsh Restoration
The plant has not experienced any flooding. The marsh is well-established and attracts migratory birds. Environmentalists credit the marsh for improving water quality in the bay and providing fish habitat.
Points: 3
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Seawall & Pumping System
The plant has not experienced any flood damage. However, the marsh has been shrinking and water now sometimes comes right up to the seawall during extreme tides. The seawall itself has experienced some erosion and needs repair. Environmental engineers say the wall now needs to be higher – this is going to be expensive! Water quality in the bay continues to be a problem; the oyster grower is considering moving her operations to a different area.
Points: 2
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Managed Retreat
The new plant is still dry and working perfectly, and it’s been long enough that most of your critics have finally moved on. At the old site, the marsh has migrated inland and seems to be growing. Environmentalists credit the marsh for improving water quality in the bay and providing fish habitat.
Points: 3
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Marsh & Elevate
The plant has stayed dry, and the marsh is clearly protecting it from high water! Between the marsh and the upgrades, the town is confident that its plant can withstand any storm. The marsh is a hot spot for migratory birds, and continues to have a positive impact on water quality and habitat.
Points: 6
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Seawall & Elevate
The plant has stayed dry, and everyone still agrees that it is well-protected. The marsh has been shrinking and the water now sometimes comes right up to the seawall during extreme tides. The seawall itself has experienced some erosion and needs expensive repairs – good thing the critical machinery inside is elevated, in case water breaks through the seawall! Water quality in the bay continues to be a problem; the oyster grower is considering moving her operations to a different area.
Points: 2
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Marsh & Seawall
The plant has not experienced any flood damage. However, despite the restoration project 15 years ago, the marsh has been shrinking. Water hasn’t reached the seawall yet even during extreme tides, but it seems likely soon. The seawall has needed some repair over the years, but is doing well.
Points: 3
Step Two:
Roll the dice to see if there was a storm at 5 years, then click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.
5 Year Results
Step 2c: 50 Year Results
Determine if there was a storm at 50 years by rolling two dice and adding up the results. A storm occurs if you do not roll at least a 11. Click on the corresponding link below to see the results. Record your results in your notebook.