What is the technical term for excess runoff water that collects in unwanted locations?
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No, it wouldn’t be "swamped".
Pooling? A flood? Stagnant? Pooling is probably the word you’re looking for.
Yes it can be a health hazard. Stagnant water is a great breeding ground for mosquito and mosquitoes are vectors of many diseases that can effect humans. It’s also not safe drinking water for pets and critters as it may contain runoff chemicals like oil and detergents, or biological agents such as girardia.
a mud puddle
Are you talking about greywater?