The subject of the master's thesis is rainwater drainage from tram lines in urban areas. The thesis presents various solutions for draining rainwater from tram lines in two cities, Porto and Sarajevo. The thesis describes the components of drainage systems on tram lines and their functions. The solutions are adapted to various parameters, such as terrain characteristics, rainfall intensity, and return periods, and focus on different drainage methods. For the assignment, we presented different surfaces with varying terrain characteristics and used different runoff coefficients, concentration times, and rainfall durations to demonstrate and comment on the differences. In addition, we presented various solutions for draining rainwater from the tram line area, including infiltration systems that allow for natural filtering and water reuse, which are environmentally friendly. Our focus for the assignment was on improving rainwater drainage on the tram line in Sarajevo. We presented two approaches: the conventional approach involving the installation of shafts, drains, and pipes, and the alternative approach using infiltration systems such as trenches and modular blocks to collect and drain water. This solution would reduce the amount of water in the city's waterways and alleviate the burden on the city's drainage system, which would benefit the environment. After comparing the two solutions, we assessed their technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness comprehensively. We prepared a detailed financial plan and a list of necessary works for the tram line reconstruction. Based on our analysis, we concluded that the use of infiltration systems is a better solution for draining the tram line in Sarajevo because it allows for better use of natural resources, reduces the burden on the city's drainage system, is more cost-effective, and can reduce maintenance costs in the long run.
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