Context

Environmental Context

Community life is shaped by both the natural environment and the spaces that humans construct, known as the built environment. Topography and soil compositions are two conditions in the natural environment that influence how stormwater flows and settles in a community and the capacity of the ground to absorb and store water. Everyday life is also molded by man-made systems and infrastructure, such as buildings, roads, and drainage systems. Bolstering community sustainability and resiliency requires developing strategies that acknowledge connections between natural and man-made systems. For example, converting repetitive flood loss properties in low-lying areas into open space can be beneficial for many reasons: • Increased stormwater storage capacity can reduce nuisance flooding • Less development in flood-prone areas can reduce economic losses and negative health impacts due to flooding

• Space to be active outdoors can improve health and wellbeing

The collection of maps that follow show the natural and man-made elements that influence community wellbeing and resilience in Denham Springs.

Denham Springs City Map

This map identifies important sites of civic life in Denham Springs, such as schools and parks. The map also shows the town’s street system, which includes local, parish, and state roadways. Each type has its own design standards and specifications that influence active transportation opportunities.

Denham Springs City Limits

Denham Springs City Limits

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