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Sewershed TI-015  ·  NYC DEP Combined Sewer Overflow Tributary Area

TI-015 - College Point, Queens

Properties in this area share the TI-015 combined sewer — during moderate-to-heavy rain, runoff can exceed pipe capacity faster than it drains, which is what drives sewer backup exposure block by block. Here’s what that looks like for College Point, Queens specifically.

TI-015 is a combined sewer area covering 215 properties in College Point, Queens. Flood Form rates 11% of them Moderate or High for stormwater exposure, and 10% for groundwater. 85% of lots have yard area that legally qualifies for on-site infiltration. Ground elevation is typically 59 ft. The median building dates to 1930.

215

Properties in sewershed

84.7%

Legally eligible for on-site infiltration

11%

Stormwater exposure: Moderate or High

10%

Groundwater exposure: Moderate or High

What sets TI-015 apart

59 ft

Median ground elevation

84%

Average impervious cover per lot

1930

Median year built

0%

Properties over a historic stream or pond

Stats computed from Flood Form’s NYC parcel data as of October 9, 2026

Common solutions for College Point properties

Downspout Diversion

Redirects roof runoff away from the combined sewer and into landscaped or permeable areas on the lot.

Infiltration System

Drywells or infiltration chambers that let stormwater soak into the ground on-site instead of entering the sewer.

Detention System

Holds stormwater temporarily and releases it slowly, reducing peak flow into the combined sewer during a storm.

Drain Improvement

Upgrades yard, area, or foundation drains so water is carried away from the building instead of pooling.

Foundation Waterproofing

Protects the foundation from groundwater intrusion, relevant where groundwater exposure runs high.

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