%0 Journal Article %A Milton Pavezzi Netto and Gustavo D'Almeida Scarpinella and Ricardo Siloto da Silva %D 2013 %J International Journal of Environmental and Ecological Engineering %B World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology %I Open Science Index 76, 2013 %T Environmental Analysis of Springs in Urban Areas–A Methodological Proposal %U https://publications.waset.org/pdf/13113 %V 76 %X The springs located in urban areas are the outpouring of surface water, which can serve as water supply, effluent receptors and important local macro-drainage elements. With unplanned occupation, non-compliance with environmental legislation and the importance of these water bodies, it is vital to analyze the springs within urban areas, considering the Brazilian forest code. This paper submits an analysis and discussion methodology proposal of environmental compliance functions of urban springs, by means of G.I.S. - Geographic Information System analysis - and in situ analysis. The case study included two springs which exhibit a history of occupation along its length, with different degrees of impact. The proposed method is effective and easy to apply, representing a powerful tool for analyzing the environmental conditions of springs in urban areas. %P 190 - 194