Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
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Articles | Volume 30, issue 18
Articles | Volume 30, issue 18
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-6075-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-6075-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 30, issue 18
Research article
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29 Sep 2026
Research article |  | 29 Sep 2026

Incorporating spatial heterogeneity into evapotranspiration estimates for bioretention basins

Joshua S. Caplan, Martin Bouda, Allyson B. Salisbury, Michael Alonzo, Jonathan E. Nyquist, Laura Toran, and Sasha W. Eisenman

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We sought to test and improve the modeling tools used to quantify evapotranspiration (ET) in urban bioretention basins, where plant size and shade vary widely. Using direct measurements and spatially detailed data from a basin in Philadelphia, we found that common models often produce ET estimates that differ substantially from empirical estimates. Simple corrections to standard models greatly improve agreement, helping cities better predict green stormwater infrastructure performance.
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