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WATER QUANTITY IMPACTS <br /> ASSOCIATED WITH NEW DEVELOPMENT <br /> • An increase in the volume of stormwater which runs of <br /> sites. <br /> • An increase in the peak rate of discharge. <br /> • A decrease in the time needed for runoff to reach the creek. <br /> • An increase in the frequency and severity of flooding. <br /> • An increase in streambank erosion. <br /> • A reduction in capacity of drainage channels due to erosion. <br /> • A reduction in streamflows during drought conditions. <br /> • A reduction in flood plain storage. <br /> • A reduction of wildlife habitat (including fish). <br /> • Impaired water quality. <br />