NJ Treatment Design Manual

New Jersey Treatment Design Manual
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NJ Manual New Jersey Stormwater Treatment Design Manual
CONTECH Construction Products Inc. is a progressive, innovative company with a mission to preserve and protect water
resources worldwide. We help customers achieve their water quality goals by providing treatment technologies that remove
a variety of pollutants from stormwater runoff. These environmentally sound stormwater treatment products are specifically
designed to meet National, State and Local regulations.
This New Jersey Stormwater Treatment Design Manual was created as a guide to assist the design engineer in identifying and
sizing the CONTECH Stormwater Solutions product(s) that best fit their site needs. This manual is to be used as a guide for
design that complies with the April 2004 New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Best Management
Practices (BMP) manual.
Direct engineering support is available during all stages of project design. When one of our systems is specified, we can
provide a complete technical design review.
Due to the nature of continually evolving regulations, the information in this Manual may be changed periodically and up-
dated as products are improved and new approvals are gained.
Support our Internal Engineering Team Provides

Our internal team of engineers provides full support throughout all stages of project design and construction. Contact a
CONTECH Stormwater Design Engineer (SDE) for assistance with any of the following needs:
• NJDEP water quality design storm hydrologic modeling

• Recommendation of the appropriate level of treatment for your site
• Stormwater treatment system sizing support and design documentation
• Design assistance with underground detention/infiltration system layout and sizing
• Engineering cost estimates for our treatment and detention systems
• H
ydraulic analysis of stormwater treatment system at both water quality design storm and peak storm flows
• Standard detail drawings or customized, site-specific detail drawings
• Specifications
• Operations and maintenance information
• Support through construction stage - submittal drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation guidelines
CONTECH Support
Ron Long Nick Burns
Stormwater Design Engineer Stormwater Design Engineer
P: 443.457.1508 P: 443.457.1533
E: longr@contech-cpi.com E: burnsn@contech-cpi.com
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NJ Manual Modeling the NJDEP Water Quality Design Storm
The first step in sizing any water quality structure is to model the water quality design storm. In New Jersey, the water quality
design storm is defined in Chapter 5 of the NJDEP Stormwater BMP Manual. The water quality design storm is a variable-
distribution storm, with a total rainfall depth of 1.25” and a total duration of two hours. The water quality design storm can
be modeled using several methodologies, as outlined below.
NRCS Methodology
Use the NRCS Methodology, with a TR-20 Runoff Method, to compute the water quality design storm peak runoff flow
rate and/or total runoff volume. The rainfall distribution is defined on page 5-7 of the NJ Stormwater BMP Manual (shown
below). For small, mostly impervious sites, it is recommended to separately calculate runoff rates from impervious drainage
area and pervious drainage area. Using a weighted curve number is typically not appropriate, as it will result in artificially low
runoff flow rates. The NRCS Methodology may be used to model the water quality design storm as routed through a deten-
tion facility.
Rational Method
Use the rational method to compute the water quality design storm peak runoff flow rate. An IDF curve of the curve provided
on page 5-8 of the NJ Stormwater BMP Manual (shown below). For most small sites, where the time of concentration is 10
minutes or less, a rainfall intensity of 3.2 inches per hour should be used.
Q = C * i * A, where:
Q = peak runoff flow rate [cfs]
C = Rational method weighted runoff coefficient
i = rainfall intensity [in/hr], from IDF curve, based on time of concentration
A = total drainage area [acres]
Modified Rational Method

Use the modified rational method to compute the water quality design storm total runoff volume. A common mistake is
using the modified rational method to compute a peak runoff flow rate. An average rainfall intensity of 0.625 inches is not
appropriate to use to calculate a peak water quality design storm runoff flow rate.
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NJ Manual Filtration: StormFilter
StormFilter has received Final Certification from NJDEP as a stand-alone treatment device.
StormFilter TSS removal rate as certified by NJDEP: 80%
Water Quality Treatment Flow Rate (cfs) Number of Cartridges Typical Structure Size
0.03 1 48" Manhole
0.06 2 48" Manhole
0.10 3 48" Manhole
0.13 4 72" Manhole
0.16 5 72" Manhole
0.20 6 72" Manhole
0.23 7 72" Manhole
0.26 8 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole
0.30 9 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole
0.33 10 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole
0.36 11 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole

StormFilter Sizing Table - 15gpm Cartridge1
0.40 12 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole
0.43 13 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole
0.46 14 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole
0.50 15 8'x11' vault
0.53 16 8'x11' vault
0.56 17 8'x11' vault
0.60 18 8'x11' vault
0.63 19 8'x11' vault
0.66 20 8'x11' vault
0.70 21 8'x11' vault
0.73 22 8'x11' vault
0.76 23 8'x14' vault
0.80 24 8'x14' vault
0.83 25 8'x14' vault
0.86 26 8'x14' vault
0.90 27 8'x14' vault
0.93 28 8'x14' vault
0.96 29 8'x14' vault
1.00 30 8'x14' vault
1.03 31 8'x14' vault
1.06 32 8'x16' vault
1.10 33 8'x16' vault
1.13 34 8'x16' vault
1.16 35 8'x16' vault
1.20 36 8'x16' vault
1.23 37 8'x16' vault
1.26 38 8'x18' vault
1.30 39 8'x18' vault
1.33 40 8'x18' vault
1.50 45 8'x20' vault
1.67 50 8'x24' vault
1.83 55 8'x24' vault
2.00 60 8'x24' vault
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1For proper operation of the 15 gpm cartridge, CONTECH recommends 2.0’ of drop from system inlet pipe invert to outlet pipe invert.
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Water Quality Water Quality

Number of Typical Structure Number of Typical Structure
Treatment Flow Treatment Flow
Cartridges Size Cartridges Size
Rate (cfs) Rate (cfs)
0.02 1 48" Manhole 0.05 1 48" Manhole
0.04 2 48" Manhole 0.10 2 48" Manhole
0.06 3 48" Manhole 0.15 3 48" Manhole
0.08 4 72" Manhole 0.20 4 72" Manhole
0.11 5 72" Manhole 0.25 5 72" Manhole

StormFilter Sizing Table - Low Drop 10gpm Cartridge2
StormFilter Sizing Table - 27” Tall 22.5gpm Cartridge3

0.13 6 72" Manhole 0.30 6 72" Manhole
0.15 7 72" Manhole 0.35 7 72" Manhole
0.17 8 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole 0.40 8 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole
0.33 15 8'x11' vault 0.75 15 8'x11' vault
0.35 16 8'x11' vault 0.80 16 8'x11' vault
0.37 17 8'x11' vault 0.85 17 8'x11' vault
0.40 18 8'x11' vault 0.90 18 8'x11' vault
0.42 19 8'x11' vault 0.95 19 8'x11' vault
0.44 20 8'x11' vault 1.00 20 8'x11' vault
0.46 21 8'x11' vault 1.05 21 8'x11' vault
0.48 22 8'x11' vault 1.10 22 8'x11' vault
0.51 23 8'x14' vault 1.15 23 8'x14' vault
0.53 24 8'x14' vault 1.20 24 8'x14' vault
0.55 25 8'x14' vault 1.25 25 8'x14' vault
0.57 26 8'x14' vault 1.30 26 8'x14' vault
0.60 27 8'x14' vault 1.35 27 8'x14' vault
0.62 28 8'x14' vault 1.40 28 8'x14' vault
0.64 29 8'x14' vault 1.45 29 8'x14' vault
0.66 30 8'x14' vault 1.50 30 8'x14' vault
0.69 31 8'x14' vault 1.55 31 8'x14' vault
0.71 32 8'x16' vault 1.60 32 8'x16' vault
0.73 33 8'x16' vault 1.65 33 8'x16' vault
0.75 34 8'x16' vault 1.70 34 8'x16' vault
0.77 35 8'x16' vault 1.75 35 8'x16' vault
0.80 36 8'x16' vault 1.80 36 8'x16' vault
0.82 37 8'x16' vault 1.85 37 8'x16' vault
0.84 38 8'x18' vault 1.90 38 8'x18' vault
0.86 39 8'x18' vault 1.95 39 8'x18' vault
0.89 40 8'x18' vault 2.00 40 8'x18' vault
1.00 45 8'x20' vault 2.25 45 8'x20' vault
1.11 50 8'x24' vault 2.50 50 8'x24' vault
1.22 55 8'x24' vault 2.75 55 8'x24' vault
1.33 60 8'x24' vault 3.00 60 8'x24' vault
1.33+ 60+ CONTACT CONTECH SDE 2.00+ 60+ CONTACT CONTECH SDE
2 For proper operation of the 10 gpm cartridge, CONTECH recommends 1.5’ of drop 3 For proper operation of the 22.5 gpm cartridge, CONTECH recommends 2.75’ of drop
from system inlet pipe invert to outlet pipe invert. from system inlet pipe invert to outlet pipe invert.
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Typical StormFilter Off-line Layouts

Vault and Manhole Configurations
Multiple off-line configurations are available. Contact a

CONTECH SDE for assistance.
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StormFilter Sizing Methodologies

Flow-based Design
As stand-alone treatment, the StormFilter system may be designed as a flow-based system, sized to treat the water quality
design storm peak runoff flow rate. Use the following equation to determine the number of StormFilter cartridges required
to treat a given water quality flow rate:
(round up to the nearest cartridge)
Qcartridge refers to the operating flow rate of the StormFilter cartridge. Typically, the cartridge operating flow rate is 15 gallons
per minute per cartridge. There are applications where a different cartridge operating flow rate may be recommended. A
Contech Stormwater Design Engineer will assist you in selecting the appropriate cartridge operating flow rate.
Downstream of Quantity Detention / Mass Load Sizing Design
When a detention basin is being designed for quantity control, it is ideal to place the StormFilter downstream of the
detention basin. The StormFilter will only need to be sized to treat the peak water quality design storm discharge flow rate
from the basin, which will be substantially less than the water quality design storm peak runoff flow rate flowing in to the
basin.
When placed downstream of detention, it is important to check the estimated annual sediment mass load contributing to
the StormFilter. This mass load is important to check to ensure minimum operating life cycle of the StormFilter. The mass
load can be estimated based on a contributing impervious drainage area, land use, average annual rainfall depth, and level of
pretreatment provided. The StormFilter cartridge mass load capacity may vary depending on the selected cartridge operating
rate. Contech recommends providing an adequate number of cartridges for a minimum of a 12-month maintenance cycle.
Contact a Contech Stormwater Design Engineer to assist with the mass load sizing.
Routing Design Using Minimum Detention
Providing detention upstream of the StormFilter is beneficial, even when quantity control is not required. The detention
system may be designed solely for the purpose of detaining the water quality design storm. Since the New Jersey water
quality design storm has such a high peak rainfall intensity, a relatively small amount of detention storage can provide a
significant reduction in the peak flow rate to be treated. Upsize the conveyance pipe a few diameters, or design a small
detention facility to attenuate the water quality design storm peak flow rate. A Contech Stormwater Design Engineer can
model your site hydrology and provide a routing design recommendation.
Use as Pretreatment in a Treatment Train

Multiple treatment systems may be used in series to achieve higher TSS removal rates, as per equation 4-1 on page 4-3 of the
NJ Stormwater BMP Manual. BMPs must be arranged in order of ascending TSS removal. An HDS system, rated at 50% TSS
removal, can be placed upstream of an extended detention basin, rated at 60% TSS removal, for a total calculated 80% TSS
removal.
Volume-based Design
There are some situations where a flow-based StormFilter design is not feasible, typically when hydraulic constraints exist.
When these conditions occur, the StormFilter may be designed as a volume-based system. Using this design method, the
entire volume generated by the water quality design storm must be captured in a storage facility upstream of the StormFilter.
The absolute minimum number of cartridges will be necessary – only enough to meet the desired maintenance interval.
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Recommended Design Practices

Provide Adequate Physical Drop
In order for the StormFilter cartridge’s siphon to activate, the water elevation within the StormFilter cartridge bay must rise
up to the top of the cartridge. However, it is important to minimize the volume required to activate the cartridge. In order
to minimize this activation volume, it is recommended to design the StormFilter system with physical drop between the inlet
pipe invert and outlet pipe invert.
The drop requirement varies depending on the cartridge operating flow rate. Refer to the StormFilter Sizing Table for
recommended drop for each cartridge operating flow rate. There are situations where less than the recommended drop will
be acceptable. Contact a Contech SDE to discuss options when there is limited drop available.
Provide Adequate Depth

The StormFilter system requires personnel entry for maintenance. At a minimum, Contech Stormwater Solutions recommends
providing 4.0’ of internal height from the finished floor to the inside ceiling within the cartridge bay. Due to the thickness of
the cartridge bay floor, concrete top slab, and access frames, it is recommended to provide a minimum of 5.5’ of depth from
the lowest grade elevation to outlet pipe invert.
There are several options available when depth is limited. These options include large access doors, casting access frames into
the top slab of the vault, or even using a different StormFilter configuration. Please contact a Contech Stormwater Design
Engineer to discuss options when there is limited depth available.
Reduce Water Quality Flow Rates Using Upstream Storage Facility

If depth is available, oversize stormwater conveyance pipes and design an outlet control structure to attenuate the water
quality design storm peak flow rate. Even when quantity control is not required, design a small detention facility designed
just for the water quality design storm. This will ensure that the full volume generated by the water quality design storm is
treated, yet it will also allow for a smaller, and more cost-effective, treatment system.
Design in an Off-line Configuration

In order to prevent washout of captured sediment during storm events greater than the water quality design storm, it is
recommended to design a high-flow bypass structure. A bypass structure will allow the design treatment flow rate to flow to
the StormFilter, yet direct higher flows to a bypass pipe. There are several bypass structure configurations available, including
a high/low pipe configuration, or a diversion weir wall configuration, such as the StormGate. Contact a Contech Stormwater
Design Engineer to provide assistance modeling the StormFilter system hydraulics, and provide a recommended bypass weir
elevation.
Pre-Treat Subsurface Infiltration Basins

Per NJDEP requirements, subsurface infiltration basins must be pretreated to 80% TSS removal (page 9.5-6 of the New Jersey
Stormwater BMP Manual). The StormFilter will provide this level of treatment. Note that rooftop runoff is considered clean
and does not require pretreatment. When recharge is required, target rooftop runoff for infiltration and reduce or eliminate
the treatment system.
Consider System Maintenance Design Life Cycle and Accessibility
The StormFilter requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Consider the system location
within the site plan to ensure maintenance vehicles/crew accessibility to the system. In most design scenarios, the expected
StormFilter maintenance cycle is approximately 18-36 months. The minimum recommended design maintenance life is 12
months. Actual maintenance frequency will ultimately depend on rainfall and site pollutant loading. Additional maintenance
information is available through a Contech Stormwater Design Engineer.
Important Links
StormFilter NJDEP Final Certification Letter:
http://www.njstormwater.org/docs/treatment_final_cert_stormfilter.pdf
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NJ Manual Hydrodynamic Separation: CDS/Vortechs/VortSentry
TSS Removal Credit Certified by the NJDEP: 50%
Typical Depth
Water Quality Internal Structure Minimum
Maximum Pipe Invert to
Treatment Flow HDS Model Size W x L (ft) Depth
Size (in) Bottom of
Rate (cfs) or Diameter (ft) Rim to Invert *
Structure
Vortechs System
0.63 Vortechs 1000 3x9 15 3' - 6" 3' - 6"
1.12 Vortechs 2000 4 x 10 18 3' - 9" 3' - 6"
1.75 Vortechs 3000 5 x 11 24 4' - 3" 3' - 6"
2.52 Vortechs 4000 6 x 12 30 4' - 9" 3' - 6"
3.43 Vortechs 5000 7 x 13 36 5' - 3" 3' - 6"
4.48 Vortechs 7000 8 x 14 36 5' - 3" 3' - 6"
5.67 Vortechs 9000 9 x 15 36 5' - 3" 3' - 6"
7.00 Vortechs 11000 10 x 16 36 5' - 3" 3' - 6"
10.08 Vortechs 16000 12 x 18 36 5' - 3" 3' - 6"
11.82 Vortechs: PC 1319 13 x 19 CONTACT SDE CONTACT SDE 3' - 6"
13.71 Vortechs: PC 1421 14 x 21 CONTACT SDE CONTACT SDE 3' - 6"
CDS System
0.70 CDS2015-W 5 30 3' - 0" 5' - 2"
1.10 CDS2020-W 5 36 3' - 6" 5' - 9"
1.60 CDS2025-W 5 36 3' - 6" 6' - 1"
2.00 CDS3020-W 6 48 4' - 0" 5' - 9"
3.00 CDS3030-W 6 48 4' - 0" 6' - 9"
4.50 CDS4030-W 8 48 4' - 0" 7' - 9"
6.00 CDS4040-W 8 48 4' - 0" 8' - 9"
7.50 CDS4045-W 8 48 4' - 0" 9' - 5"
9.00 CDS5640-DW 8 (+ diversion box) CONTACT SDE CONTACT SDE 9' - 5"
VortSentry System
0.46 VortSentry VS30 4 12 4' - 0" 5' - 11"
1.10 VortSentry VS40 4 18 4' - 6" 7' - 0"
2.15 VortSentry VS50 5 18 4' - 6" 7' - 6"
3.71 VortSentry VS60 6 24 5' - 0" 8' - 11"
5.90 VortSentry VS70M 8 30 5' - 6" 10' - 2"
8.80 VortSentry VS80 8 30 5' - 6" 10' - 2"
* For Higher Flow Rates * Minimum depth rim to invert varies by pipe size.
Call a CONTECH SDE Dimensions shown are flexible.
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Recommended Design Practices
No Physical Drop Required

HDS technologies require no physical drop; therefore, the inlet and outlet pipe inverts may be set to the same elevation. For
shallow sites, HDS systems are easily implemented within the drainage system.
Consider Hydraulic Impact

HDS systems require hydraulic head to operate at design flow rate. Typical head loss through an HDS system may range from
0.5’ to 2.0’ at the water quality flow rate, and potentially up to 4.0’ at peak storm flow rate for larger systems. A Contech
SDE can prepare a stage-discharge curve for the design engineer to model within the stormwater conveyance system.
Design in an Off-line Configuration

In order to prevent washout of captured sediment during storm events greater than the water quality design storm, it is
recommended to design a high-flow bypass structure. A bypass structure will allow the design treatment flow rate to flow
to the treatment system, yet direct higher flows to a bypass pipe. There are several bypass structure configurations available,
including a high/low pipe configuration, or a diversion weir wall configuration, such as the StormGate. Contact a Contech
Stormwater Design Engineer to provide assistance modeling the treatment system hydraulics, and provide a recommended
bypass weir elevation.
Use as Pretreatment in a Treatment Train
Multiple treatment systems may be used in series to achieve higher TSS removal rates, as per equation 4-1 on page 4-3 of the
NJ Stormwater BMP Manual. BMPs must be arranged in order of ascending TSS removal. An HDS system, rated at 50% TSS
removal, can be placed upstream of an extended detention basin, rated at 60% TSS removal, for a total calculated 80% TSS
removal.
Avoid Placing Downstream of Detention

HDS system are ideally located upstream of a detention basin. Pre-treating the stormwater flow prior to discharge into
a detention basin will result in an increased maintenance interval for the basin. Contrarily, if the HDS system is located
downstream of a detention system, most of the sediment will fall out in the basin, and the HDS system will not provide
significant treatment. In addition, due to operating head loss, an HDS system located downstream of a detention basin will
cause a backwater condition on the basin outlet control structure, potentially altering the stage-discharge relationship of the
basin.
Provide Systems in Parallel, Avoid Systems in Series

Two systems can be designed in parallel to treat a water quality flow rate that is twice what one system can handle. A splitter
structure can be used to evenly split the flows to the two parallel HDS systems, and also provide high-flow bypass. However,
use of two or more HDS systems in series is discouraged. Two like systems in series does not meet the criteria of a treatment
train.
Consider System Maintenance Design Life Cycle and Accessibility

HDS systems do not require personnel access for maintenance. However, consideration should be taken to locate the system
within the site plan so a vacuum truck can easily operate within range of the system. On average, HDS systems require
annual removal of accumulated pollutants. Actual maintenance frequency will ultimately depend on rainfall and site pollutant
loading. Additional maintenance information is available through a Contech SDE.
Important Links
CDS NJDEP Conditional Interim Certification Letter:
http://www.njstormwater.org/docs/treatment_int_cert_higheffcds_contech.pdf
Vortechs NJDEP Conditional Interim Certification Letter:

http://www.njstormwater.org/docs/treatment_vortech_cic.pdf
VortSentry NJDEP Conditional Interim Certification Letter:

http://www.njstormwater.org/docs/treatment_vortsentry_cic.pdf
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Support our Internal Engineering Team Provides

• NJDEP water quality design storm hydrologic modeling

Modified Rational Method

0.06 2 48" Manhole

0.10 3 48" Manhole

0.13 4 72" Manhole

0.16 5 72" Manhole

0.20 6 72" Manhole

0.23 7 72" Manhole

0.26 8 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole

0.30 9 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole

0.33 10 8'x6' vault / 96" Manhole

0.36 11 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole

0.40 12 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole

0.43 13 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole

0.46 14 8'x11' vault / 96" Manhole

0.50 15 8'x11' vault

0.53 16 8'x11' vault

0.56 17 8'x11' vault

0.60 18 8'x11' vault

0.63 19 8'x11' vault

0.66 20 8'x11' vault

0.70 21 8'x11' vault

0.73 22 8'x11' vault

0.76 23 8'x14' vault

0.80 24 8'x14' vault

0.83 25 8'x14' vault

0.86 26 8'x14' vault

0.90 27 8'x14' vault

0.93 28 8'x14' vault

0.96 29 8'x14' vault

1.00 30 8'x14' vault

1.03 31 8'x14' vault

1.06 32 8'x16' vault

1.10 33 8'x16' vault

1.13 34 8'x16' vault

1.16 35 8'x16' vault

1.20 36 8'x16' vault

1.23 37 8'x16' vault

1.26 38 8'x18' vault

1.30 39 8'x18' vault

1.33 40 8'x18' vault

1.50 45 8'x20' vault

1.67 50 8'x24' vault

1.83 55 8'x24' vault

2.00 60 8'x24' vault

2.00+ 60+ CONTACT CONTECH SDE

Water Quality Water Quality

0.04 2 48" Manhole 0.10 2 48" Manhole

0.06 3 48" Manhole 0.15 3 48" Manhole

0.08 4 72" Manhole 0.20 4 72" Manhole

0.11 5 72" Manhole 0.25 5 72" Manhole

StormFilter Sizing Table - 27” Tall 22.5gpm Cartridge3

0.15 7 72" Manhole 0.35 7 72" Manhole

0.33 15 8'x11' vault 0.75 15 8'x11' vault

0.35 16 8'x11' vault 0.80 16 8'x11' vault

0.37 17 8'x11' vault 0.85 17 8'x11' vault

0.40 18 8'x11' vault 0.90 18 8'x11' vault

0.42 19 8'x11' vault 0.95 19 8'x11' vault

0.44 20 8'x11' vault 1.00 20 8'x11' vault

0.46 21 8'x11' vault 1.05 21 8'x11' vault

0.48 22 8'x11' vault 1.10 22 8'x11' vault