Shoreline Climate Impact and Resiliency Plan

Surface water and stormwater systems have unique climate vulnerabilities. Low-lying areas, storm drains, and stormwater pipes, ditches, and culverts are susceptible to flooding from more frequent heavy rainstorms. Green spaces and sensitive ecosystems are vulnerable to higher temperatures and changes in precipitation patterns. Herrera assisted the City of Shoreline in studying climate change impacts and areas of vulnerability, with a core focus on the City’s surface and stormwater system. We developed and managed a GIS database of climate hazards and vulnerable assets and a mapping tool to communicate climate change-related vulnerabilities to the community. From the vulnerability assessment, we developed and recommended near-term resiliency strategies for the surface and stormwater system. We also developed an online tool for the City to evaluate climate impacts and adaptations when planning and designing capital projects and operations.