By NORMA Group

By NORMA Group

18 in. High StormChamber® Systems

StormChamber Systems
Capture large volumes of stormwater runoff with a smaller footprint than traditional underground systems with the StormChamber® system. 18 in. high arched modular stormwater chambers can be laid out in unique configurations to fit job site requirements, and stacked to increase storage capacity while maintaining usable space above ground.
StormChamber Systems

Key Features

  • Holds significant volume compared to other same size stormwater chambers on the market
  • Minimum installed storage for start unit 48 cu.ft., middle unit 43 cu.ft., end unit 48 cu.ft., closed unit 70 cu.ft.
  • Internal chamber volume start unit 24 cu.ft 24 cu.ft., middle unit 23 cu.ft., end unit 24 cu.ft., closed unit 25 cu.ft.
  • Designed for strength due to thermoformed high-density weight polyethylene (HMWPE) material; withstands extreme environments, and exceeds the AASHTO H-20 design load 
  • Simple install - internal crossover eliminates expensive header pipe manifold system; modular chambers overlap to form rows; side portal feed connects rows, provides greater flexibility and hydraulic design
  • Easy maintenance - saves water and money by removing sediments from SedimenTrap™ devices using an air vacuum truck rather than jet cleaning with water
  • Long life expectancy - designed by engineers, ecologists, and biologists to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness

Applications

  • Detains, infiltrates, and conveys stormwater runoff; modular system maximizes storage volume with a smaller footprint than traditional concrete and stone systems; easy to maintain

  • Works in commercial, industrial, municipal, and residential settings to manage stormwater runoff; ideal for installing underneath parking lots, playing fields, and landscapes

  • As part of a complete stormwater management system, the StormChamber® system works with a capture device or drainage inlet to detain, infiltrate, and convey collected stormwater

Installation 

  1. Excavate trench
  2. Line walls with non-woven filter fabric
  3. Add SedimenTrap™ devices
  4. Add hard stone & woven stabilization fabric
  5. Place overlapping chambers into trench & screw together
  6. Cut portal holes for pipe (read installation manual for details)

Maintenance Tips

  • Use riser pipe connected to SedimenTrap™ device as an observation well and inspect with flashlight and stick
  • Air vacuum when deposits approach within 6 in. of the invert height of connecting pipes between StormChamber®  rows
  • Determine maintenance schedule with quarterly inspections and logbook
  • Maintenance without SedimenTrap device is done with water jet method

Materials & Sustainability

  • StormChamber® unit is made of thermoformed high-density weight polyethylene (HMWPE)
  • StormChamber® systems are made in the USA

Product Models

Part Number
Description
SC-1820-S-OStormChamber® Stormwater Chamber, 18 in. High, Start Unit, Orange
SC-1820-M-OStormChamber® Stormwater Chamber, 18 in. High, Middle Unit, Orange
SC-1820-E-OStormChamber® Stormwater Chamber, 18 in. High, End Unit, Orange
SC-1820-C-OStormChamber® Stormwater Chamber, 18 in. High, Closed Unit, Orange

Part Number
Description
SC-STSedimenTrap™ Sediment Capture Device for StormChamber® Systems, Black
SC-NWFF-500Non-woven Filter Fabric, 500 sq. ft., Black
SC-WFF-75Woven Stabilization Fabric, 562.25 sq. ft., Black
SC-FL-1010 in. Frame and Lid for StormChamber® Systems
SC-3020PHDPE Corrugated Pipe, 30 in. X 20 in., Black
SC-2412PHDPE Corrugated Pipe, 24 in. X 12 in., Black

Literature & Resources

Download

NDS StormChamber® Systems Chamber Installation Instructions

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Download

NDS StormChamber® Systems Chamber Bearing Capacity Guide

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Download

NDS StormChamber® Systems Design Calculator

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Commercial Stormwater Product Solutions Brochure

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Unlike a manifold pipe system, sediment will be deposited only in row(s) that receive inflow, and mainly in the StormChamber SedimenTraps. Inflow row(s) will have a SedimenTrap in the first and last chamber of the row into which sediment accumulation can be monitored and vacuumed out through the 10 in. riser pipe directly above each SedimenTrap.

After opening the inspection/maintenance manhole cover, use a high-power flashlight or measuring stick to inspect the SedimenTraps. If the sediment is overflowing out of the SedimenTrap and into the chamber, it is ready for maintenance.

Unlike other competing systems, NDS StormChamber systems do not require a camera to inspect the entire length of the sediment row for buildup. We also do not require that the row be flushed, so no water jetting is required. The StormChamber system only takes minutes to inspect/maintain by simply opening a manhole cover and checking for buildup. Once it is determined that maintenance is required, only a simple vacuum truck is required. 

NDS StormChamber systems do not require an external manifold system. We rely on our internal side portal connections using a 10 in. PVC pipe to connect the rows. This allows water to travel laterally between chamber rows. It also works as an emergency spillway for long lasting high intensity storm events. Eliminating the manifold leads to a smaller footprint, less excavation, stone, and material cost which allows NDS StormChamber systems to have a lower installed cost than competing systems.

A manifold system may be used if specified by the engineer; a manhole with weir would also be required to direct the inflow to the SedimenTrap row.

Yes. NDS StormChamber systems have successfully tested and are in compliance with ASTM F2787 standard for plastic storm water chambers.

The spacing between the rows of chambers should only be measured from the centerline of one chamber to the adjacent chamber instead of measuring the distance between rows.

Chamber Model

SC-18

SC-34 & SC-34W

SC-44

Chamber Width

38 in. (965mm)

60 in. (1524mm)

77 in. (1955mm)

Separation

6 in. (150mm)

9 in. (225mm)

9 in. (225mm)

Centerline to Centerline

44 in. (1117mm)

69 in. (1752mm)

86 in. (2184mm)

Only ¾ in. to 2 in. crushed washed angular stone or concrete may be used. Under no circumstances should round stone be used. 

Either stone or soil can be used as fill above an NDS StormChamber system. 

Refer to the following table for the diameter sizes each chamber can accept.

 

SC-18

SC-34

SC-44

End wall

15 in.

30 in.

36 in.

Top portal

10 in.

10 in.

10 in.

Side portal

8 in.

10 in.

10 in.

 

No. The NDS StormChamber product line has been available since 1998 and has been trusted on hundreds of projects. 

Tracked equipment must not exceed 1100 lbs (500kg) per square foot always maintaining a minimum of 6 in. stone below.

NDS StormChamber products can be purchased at any NDS distributor. Most all distributors are set up to sell NDS products. Please contact NDS if you have any questions or need help finding an authorized distributor near you.

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